Apache Answer
Open-source Q&A platform for teams and communities.
Apache Answer is a modern, open-source Q&A platform for teams that enables knowledge bases, community forums, or help centers with a plugin system and reputation features.
Key Features
- Q&A platform with tagging, search, and structured content organization
- Integrations via plugin system to extend functionality
- Gamification with reputation and badges to encourage quality contributions
- Docker-based deployment and container-friendly setup for easy self-hosting
- Frontend built with React and backend in Go for a scalable, responsive experience
- Active documentation and community support to guide setup and development
Use Cases
- Build internal knowledge bases and community forums for organizations
- Create customer support knowledge bases or help centers
- Host external Q&A communities for partners with moderation and governance
Limitations and Considerations
Conclusion
Apache Answer is a scalable, self-hosted Q&A platform that emphasizes knowledge sharing and community engagement. It has matured into a Top-Level Apache project with active development and plugin support.
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