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Top Open Source Projects using CMake

A curated collection of the 15 best free and open-source projects built using CMake. Discover popular repositories, architecture patterns, and trending software in 2026.

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TimescaleDb

TimescaleDb

NOASSERTION
23,425

PostgreSQL extension for time-series data with automatic partitioning, up to 95% columnar compression, continuous aggregates, and ~200 native SQL functions.

TimescaleDb
CPLpgSQLPythonCMake+11
GPT4All

GPT4All

MIT
77,395

GPT4All runs open-source language models locally on Windows, macOS, and Linux with no cloud dependency, keeping your data on your machine.

GPT4All
C++QMLPythonCMake+12
Darktable

Darktable

GPL-3.0
12,992

Open source photography workflow application for RAW development. Non-destructive editing, professional color management, and GPU acceleration for photographers.

Darktable
CLuaC++CMake+5
Activeloop

Activeloop

Apache-2.0
9,228

Continual Learning Infrastructure for AI Agents

Activeloop
C++PythonPLpgSQLCMake+8
Typesense

Typesense

GPL-3.0
26,481

Open-source search solution offering blazing speed, typo tolerance, and effortless scalability for developers and businesses.

Typesense
C++CTypescriptCMake+13
Seafile

Seafile

NOASSERTION
15,174

Open source file sync and sharing platform with custom properties, AI automation, collaborative editing, and enterprise-grade security for teams.

Seafile
CPythonM4CMake+3
OpenVPN

OpenVPN

NOASSERTION
14,442

Secure remote access VPN solutions with zero trust network access. Self-hosted and cloud-managed options for businesses of all sizes. Trusted by 20,000+ organizations.

OpenVPN
CShellM4CMake+10
OBS Studio

OBS Studio

GPL-2.0
75,506

OBS Studio offers high-quality video recording and live streaming capabilities, supporting multiple platforms and providers.

OBS Studio
CC++CMakeSwift+6
Monetr

Monetr

NOASSERTION
679

Manage your money confidently with monetr, putting aside what you need and spending what you want

Monetr
GoTypescriptSCSSCMake+14
Krita

Krita

GPL-3.0
10,271

Free and open source painting program built by artists for artists. Features professional brushes, layers, animation tools, and drawing assistants for all skill levels.

Krita
C++PythonCCMake+3
KeePassXC

KeePassXC

NOASSERTION
28,556

KeePassXC is an open-source password manager that securely stores and manages sensitive information across Windows, macOS, and Linux.

KeePassXC
C++CMakePythonShell+5
Kdenlive

Kdenlive

GPL-3.0
5,528

Cross-platform non-linear video editor offering professional features for free. Edit videos on Linux, Windows, macOS, and BSD with advanced tools and effects.

Kdenlive
C++QMLCMakePython+3
Icinga

Icinga

GPL-3.0
2,233

Monitor networks, servers, and cloud environments with flexible open-source solution. Custom checks, fast alerts, and complete infrastructure control.

Icinga
C++CMakePLpgSQLYacc+8
Tonkatsu Box

Tonkatsu Box

MIT
517

Cross-platform collection manager for retro games, movies, TV shows, anime, manga, visual novels, and books with tier lists, visual boards, and import/export.

Tonkatsu Box
DartC++CMakePython+7
Fincept Terminal

Fincept Terminal

NOASSERTION
30,701

Comprehensive financial data platform offering economic insights, market analysis, and portfolio management tools

Fincept Terminal
C++PythonCMakeJupyter Notebook+10