Huly: An Open-Source Alternative to Linear, Jira, and Notion
Project management tools are a dime a dozen, but finding one that’s flexible, open-source, and actually pleasant to use? That’s rare. Enter Huly, an all-in-one platform that combines the best of tools like Linear, Jira, Slack, and Notion—without locking you into a proprietary ecosystem.
With over 22k GitHub stars, Huly is gaining traction as a self-hostable, modular solution for teams that want control over their workflow tools. Let’s break down why it’s worth a look.
What It Does
Huly is a framework for building business applications, with built-in modules for:
- Project & task management (Linear/Jira alternative)
- Team chat (Slack-like messaging)
- Document collaboration (Notion-style wikis)
- CRM, HRM, and applicant tracking (via plugins)
It’s designed to be extensible, so you can tailor it to your team’s needs without reinventing the wheel.
Why It’s Cool
1. All-in-One Without the Bloat
Huly consolidates multiple tools into a single platform, reducing context-switching. Unlike Jira (which can feel clunky) or Linear (which is great but closed-source), Huly gives you customizability without vendor lock-in.
2. Self-Hostable & Open Core
The project is EPL-2.0 licensed, meaning you can self-host it or modify it freely. No surprise SaaS pricing—just deploy it on your own infra.
3. Built for Developers
The codebase is modular, with clear separation between frontend (desktop/web), backend (server), and plugins. If you’ve ever wanted to tweak your project management tool’s internals, this is your chance.
4. Actively Developed
With 7k+ commits and a growing community, Huly isn’t a side project—it’s a serious alternative for teams that want control over their tools.
How to Try It
- Check out the GitHub repo (⭐️ starring it helps the project!)
- Explore the live demo to see it in action.
- Self-host it—the repo includes Docker setups and deployment guides.
Final Thoughts
Huly won’t replace every tool overnight, but it’s a promising open-source alternative for teams tired of juggling Slack, Notion, and Jira. If you’re a dev who loves tinkering or just wants a cleaner way to manage projects, give it a spin.
Have you tried Huly? Let us know @githubprojects.