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Apache DevLake is an open-source platform that consolidates data from fragmented DevOps tools (GitHub, GitLab, Jira, Jenkins, etc.) into unified dashboards for tracking engineering metrics like DORA and team productivity. It uses Go, Grafana for visualization, and supports Docker and Kubernetes deployment.
Key facts
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Repository | apache/devlake |
| Owner | apache |
| Primary language | Go |
| License | Apache-2.0 — OSI-approved |
| Stars | 3.1k |
| Forks | 774 |
| Open issues | 71 |
| Latest release | v1.0.3-beta13 (2026-06-19) |
| Last updated | 2026-07-02 |
| Source | https://github.com/apache/devlake |
What devlake is
DevLake is a Go-based ETL platform with pluggable data source connectors, SQL-queryable backend, and Grafana-powered dashboards. It ingests tool data via configurable blueprints, transforms it through a domain layer, and exposes metrics for analysis and customization.
Get the devlake source
Clone the repository and explore it locally.
git clone https://github.com/apache/devlake.gitcd devlake# follow the project's README for install & configurationNeed it deployed, integrated, or customized instead? DEV.co ships production installs.
Best use cases
Implementation considerations
- Latest release is v1.0.3-beta13 (still pre-1.0); production use requires acceptance of beta stability.
- Requires database setup (MySQL/PostgreSQL implied), Grafana instance, and Go/Docker runtime—plan infrastructure requirements upfront.
- Blueprint configuration and data source authentication must be set up via UI; review connector versions against your tool versions before connecting.
- Customization of dashboards requires SQL knowledge; pre-built templates cover common frameworks (DORA, scrum) but bespoke metrics require database access.
- Plugin development in Go is supported but requires understanding of DevLake's domain-layer architecture.
When to avoid it — and what to weigh
- Need enterprise SLA guarantees — Project is actively maintained but operates under Apache governance; no commercial support contract or guaranteed response times available from provided data.
- Real-time analytics required — DevLake is designed for batch ETL with configurable sync frequency; not suitable for sub-minute latency dashboards.
- Minimal operational overhead — Requires Docker Compose or Kubernetes deployment, Grafana configuration, and database administration; not a fully managed SaaS solution.
- Non-standard DevOps tool stack — Limited to supported data sources (GitHub, GitLab, Jira, Jenkins, Sonarqube, etc.); custom or proprietary tools require plugin development.
License & commercial use
Apache License 2.0 (Apache-2.0) is a permissive OSI-approved license with clear attribution, patent protection, and modification rights. Full license text available in repository.
Apache-2.0 permits commercial use, including closed-source derivatives, provided the original license and copyright notice are retained. No royalties or usage restrictions apply. However, no commercial support, warranty, or SLA is offered by the project itself; enterprises should plan for community-based support or engage third-party vendors.
DEV.co evaluation signals
Editorial assessment — not user reviews. Directional, with an explicit confidence level.
| Signal | Assessment |
|---|---|
| Maintenance | Active |
| Documentation | Adequate |
| License clarity | Clear |
| Deployment complexity | Moderate |
| DEV.co fit | Strong |
| Assessment confidence | High |
DevLake ingests credentials (API tokens, passwords) for data sources; ensure secure storage (secrets manager), network isolation, and audit logging. Database contains sensitive SDLC metadata. Review plugin code if extending with custom connectors. No security audit data provided. HTTPS/TLS configuration for UI and inter-service communication is expected but not detailed in README.
Alternatives to consider
Atlassian Insights (Jira + Confluence analytics)
Native integration with Jira/Confluence but limited to Atlassian tools; no DORA dashboards or multi-tool ETL.
LinearB / GitPrime
Commercial SaaS platforms with AI-driven insights and guaranteed support; higher cost but minimal operational overhead.
Velocity (proprietary)
Purpose-built engineering metrics SaaS; simpler UX but vendor lock-in and subscription costs.
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devlake FAQ
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