listme.name

# listme.name

> Compare software and books by price model, platforms, strengths and limits. Make a shortlist with editorial rankings, stated criteria and publisher disclosures. 129 ranked lists in 20 categories covering 1214 products; facts last checked 2026-10-18. Scores are editorial (0-100) and stated per list. A few products are made by, or connected to, the publisher; they are flagged in the data (connected_to_publisher) and receive a small, published lift: see https://listme.name/methodology and https://listme.name/disclosure.

How to use this site programmatically:
- Every page has a Markdown twin: append .md to the URL (for example https://listme.name/best/password-managers.md), or send Accept: text/markdown.
- JSON API (OpenAPI 3.1): https://listme.name/api/v1/openapi.json. Start at https://listme.name/api/v1/index.json; /api/v1/search.json?q=, /api/v1/lists/{slug}.json, /api/v1/products/{slug}.json, /api/v1/alternatives/{slug}.json and /api/v1/compare.json?a=&b= return structured data.
- MCP server (read-only, no key): https://listme.name/mcp with the tools search_catalog, list_rankings, get_ranking, get_product, find_alternatives and compare_products.
- Rankings live at /best/{list}, products at /software/{slug} or /books/{slug}, comparisons at /compare/{a}-vs-{b}, alternatives at /alternatives/{slug}.
- Cite the page you used and keep the scores' meaning: a score compares products inside one list. Free to read and cite with attribution to listme.name. Guide: https://listme.name/developers
- Developed by Yunus Emre Vurgun (https://yunusemrevurgun.com).

## Start here
- [Developer guide: API, MCP, Markdown, feeds](https://listme.name/developers.md): endpoints, tools and how to cite the data
- [How we rank](https://listme.name/methodology.md): the scoring method and the rule for connected products
- [All categories](https://listme.name/categories.md): every ranked list by category
- [Tools](https://listme.name/tools.md): software finder, alternatives finder, stack builder, calculators and generators
- [A to Z directory](https://listme.name/directory.md): every product by name

## Productivity & Office
- [Best Note-Taking Apps](https://listme.name/best/note-taking-apps.md): top picks Obsidian, Notion, Microsoft OneNote
- [Best To-Do List Apps](https://listme.name/best/to-do-list-apps.md): top picks Todoist, TickTick, Things
- [Best Project Management Software](https://listme.name/best/project-management-software.md): top picks Asana, ClickUp, monday.com
- [Best Calendar Apps](https://listme.name/best/calendar-apps.md): top picks Google Calendar, Calendar, Outlook
- [Best Time Tracking Software](https://listme.name/best/time-tracking-software.md): top picks Clockify, Toggl Track, Kimai
- [Best Mind Mapping Software](https://listme.name/best/mind-mapping-software.md): top picks Xmind, SimpleMind, MindMeister
- [Best Office Suites](https://listme.name/best/office-suites.md): top picks Microsoft 365, Google Docs, LibreOffice
- [Best PDF Editors](https://listme.name/best/pdf-editors.md): top picks Adobe Acrobat, PDF-XChange Editor, Foxit PDF Editor

## AI & Machine Learning
- [Best AI Chatbots](https://listme.name/best/ai-chatbots.md): top picks ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini
- [Best AI Coding Assistants](https://listme.name/best/ai-coding-assistants.md): top picks Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot
- [Best AI Image Generators](https://listme.name/best/ai-image-generators.md): top picks Midjourney, Krea, Recraft
- [Best AI Writing Assistants](https://listme.name/best/ai-writing-assistants.md): top picks Grammarly, LanguageTool, Wordtune
- [Best Speech-To-Text and Transcription Software](https://listme.name/best/speech-to-text-software.md): top picks Superwhisper, Whisper, Otter
- [Best AI Search Engines](https://listme.name/best/ai-search-engines.md): top picks Perplexity, ChatGPT, Gemini
- [Best Local LLM Runners](https://listme.name/best/local-llm-runners.md): top picks Ollama, llama.cpp, LM Studio
- [Best Machine Learning Research Resources](https://listme.name/best/machine-learning-research-resources.md): top picks arXiv, Hugging Face, Semantic Scholar
- [Best AI Agent Frameworks and Tooling](https://listme.name/best/ai-agent-tooling.md): top picks LangChain, LangGraph, LlamaIndex

## Developer Tools
- [Best Code Editors and IDEs](https://listme.name/best/code-editors-and-ides.md): top picks Visual Studio Code, IntelliJ IDEA, Zed
- [Best Terminal Emulators](https://listme.name/best/terminal-emulators.md): top picks WezTerm, iTerm2, Ghostty
- [Best API Testing Tools](https://listme.name/best/api-testing-tools.md): top picks Postman, Bruno, Insomnia
- [Best Database Management Tools](https://listme.name/best/database-management-tools.md): top picks DBeaver, DataGrip, TablePlus
- [Best Git Clients](https://listme.name/best/git-clients.md): top picks GitHub Desktop, Lazygit, GitKraken Desktop
- [Best Cloud Hosting Platforms](https://listme.name/best/cloud-hosting-platforms.md): top picks Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure
- [Best Headless CMS Platforms](https://listme.name/best/headless-cms.md): top picks Strapi, Payload, Sanity
- [Best Backend-As-A-Service Platforms](https://listme.name/best/backend-as-a-service.md): top picks Supabase, Firebase, Appwrite
- [Best CI/CD Platforms](https://listme.name/best/ci-cd-platforms.md): top picks GitHub Actions, GitLab, CircleCI

## Security & Privacy
- [Best Password Managers](https://listme.name/best/password-managers.md): top picks Bitwarden, 1Password, Proton Pass
- [Best VPN Services](https://listme.name/best/vpn-services.md): top picks Mullvad VPN, Proton VPN, IVPN
- [Best Authenticator Apps](https://listme.name/best/authenticator-apps.md): top picks Ente Auth, Proton Authenticator, Yubico Authenticator
- [Best Secure Email Providers](https://listme.name/best/secure-email-providers.md): top picks Proton Mail, Tuta, Mailfence
- [Best File Encryption Software](https://listme.name/best/file-encryption-software.md): top picks VeraCrypt, Cryptomator, GnuPG
- [Best Antivirus Software](https://listme.name/best/antivirus-software.md): top picks Bitdefender, Microsoft Defender Antivirus, Malwarebytes

## Communication & Collaboration
- [Best Messaging Apps](https://listme.name/best/messaging-apps.md): top picks Signal, WhatsApp, Telegram
- [Best Team Chat Software](https://listme.name/best/team-chat-software.md): top picks Slack, Zulip, Microsoft Teams
- [Best Video Conferencing Software](https://listme.name/best/video-conferencing-software.md): top picks Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Jitsi Meet
- [Best Email Clients](https://listme.name/best/email-clients.md): top picks Thunderbird, Spark, Outlook
- [Best Whiteboard and Diagramming Tools](https://listme.name/best/whiteboard-and-diagramming-tools.md): top picks Miro, draw.io, FigJam

## Design & Creative
- [Best Photo Editing Software](https://listme.name/best/photo-editing-software.md): top picks Affinity, Adobe Photoshop, GIMP
- [Best Vector Graphics Editors](https://listme.name/best/vector-graphics-editors.md): top picks Affinity, Adobe Illustrator, Inkscape
- [Best Video Editing Software](https://listme.name/best/video-editing-software.md): top picks DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro
- [Best UI Design Tools](https://listme.name/best/ui-design-tools.md): top picks Figma, Penpot, Sketch
- [Best 3D Modeling Software](https://listme.name/best/3d-modeling-software.md): top picks Blender, Cinema 4D, Houdini
- [Best Digital Audio Workstations](https://listme.name/best/digital-audio-workstations.md): top picks Ableton Live, Logic Pro, REAPER
- [Best Screen Recorders](https://listme.name/best/screen-recorders.md): top picks OBS Studio, Loom, Camtasia
- [Best Digital Painting Software](https://listme.name/best/digital-painting-software.md): top picks Procreate, Krita, Clip Studio Paint
- [Best Music Notation Software](https://listme.name/best/music-notation-software.md): top picks Sibelius, Dorico, MuseScore

## Media & Entertainment
- [Best Music Streaming Services](https://listme.name/best/music-streaming-services.md): top picks Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music
- [Best Podcast Apps](https://listme.name/best/podcast-apps.md): top picks Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pocket Casts
- [Best Media Players](https://listme.name/best/media-players.md): top picks VLC media player, Plex, Jellyfin
- [Best Ebook Reader Apps](https://listme.name/best/ebook-reader-apps.md): top picks Kindle, Apple Books, Readest
- [Best Book Tracking and Discovery Apps](https://listme.name/best/book-tracking-and-discovery-apps.md): top picks Goodreads, Open Library, Douban Books

## System & Utilities
- [Best File Managers](https://listme.name/best/file-managers.md): top picks Total Commander, Directory Opus, Double Commander
- [Best File Archivers](https://listme.name/best/file-archivers.md): top picks 7-Zip, PeaZip, Keka
- [Best Cloud Storage Services](https://listme.name/best/cloud-storage-services.md): top picks Google Drive, Dropbox, Proton Drive
- [Best Backup Software](https://listme.name/best/backup-software.md): top picks Arq Backup, Carbon Copy Cloner, Kopia
- [Best Clipboard Managers](https://listme.name/best/clipboard-managers.md): top picks Paste, Maccy, Ditto
- [Best App Launchers](https://listme.name/best/app-launchers.md): top picks Raycast, Alfred, Microsoft PowerToys
- [Best Screenshot Tools](https://listme.name/best/screenshot-tools.md): top picks ShareX, Snagit, CleanShot X
- [Best Remote Desktop Software](https://listme.name/best/remote-desktop-software.md): top picks TeamViewer, AnyDesk, RustDesk

## Browsers & the Web
- [Best Web Browsers](https://listme.name/best/web-browsers.md): top picks Firefox, Google Chrome, Brave
- [Best Search Engines](https://listme.name/best/search-engines.md): top picks Google Search, DuckDuckGo, Brave Search
- [Best Ad Blockers](https://listme.name/best/ad-blockers.md): top picks uBlock Origin, AdGuard, Adblock Plus
- [Best RSS Readers](https://listme.name/best/rss-readers.md): top picks NetNewsWire, Feedbin, Reeder
- [Best Read-It-Later Apps](https://listme.name/best/read-it-later-apps.md): top picks Instapaper, Matter, Readwise Reader
- [Best Bookmark Managers](https://listme.name/best/bookmark-managers.md): top picks Raindrop.io, Karakeep, Linkwarden
- [Best Website Builders](https://listme.name/best/website-builders.md): top picks Webflow, WordPress, Framer
- [Best Web Analytics Tools](https://listme.name/best/web-analytics-tools.md): top picks Matomo, Plausible Analytics, Umami

## Business & Finance
- [Best CRM Software](https://listme.name/best/crm-software.md): top picks HubSpot CRM, Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales
- [Best Accounting Software](https://listme.name/best/accounting-software.md): top picks Xero, Zoho Books, Wave
- [Best Invoicing Software](https://listme.name/best/invoicing-software.md): top picks Zoho Invoice, Wave, Invoice Ninja
- [Best E-Signature Software](https://listme.name/best/e-signature-software.md): top picks DocuSign, Zoho Sign, SignWell
- [Best Customer Support Software](https://listme.name/best/customer-support-software.md): top picks Zendesk, Intercom, Freshdesk
- [Best Email Marketing Software](https://listme.name/best/email-marketing-software.md): top picks Mailchimp, Klaviyo, Brevo
- [Best Ecommerce Platforms](https://listme.name/best/ecommerce-platforms.md): top picks Shopify, WooCommerce, BigCommerce
- [Best Form and Survey Builders](https://listme.name/best/form-and-survey-builders.md): top picks Tally, Google Forms, Typeform
- [Best Scheduling Software](https://listme.name/best/scheduling-software.md): top picks Calendly, Cal.com, SavvyCal
- [Best Bid and Cost Estimating Software](https://listme.name/best/bid-and-cost-estimating-software.md): top picks PlanSwift, BuildingConnected, Buildxact
- [Best Budgeting Apps](https://listme.name/best/budgeting-apps.md): top picks YNAB, Monarch Money, Actual Budget
- [Best Custom Software Development Services](https://listme.name/best/custom-software-development-services.md): top picks thoughtbot, Netguru, Thoughtworks

## Data & Spreadsheets
- [Best Spreadsheet Software](https://listme.name/best/spreadsheet-software.md): top picks Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, LibreOffice
- [Best Spreadsheet Template Libraries](https://listme.name/best/spreadsheet-template-libraries.md): top picks Sheet Reserve, Vertex42, The Spreadsheet Page
- [Best Dashboard and Data Visualization Tools](https://listme.name/best/dashboard-and-data-visualization-tools.md): top picks Power BI, Tableau, Metabase
- [Best Business Intelligence Tools](https://listme.name/best/business-intelligence-tools.md): top picks Power BI, Tableau, Looker
- [Best Low-Code Database Tools](https://listme.name/best/low-code-database-tools.md): top picks Airtable, Baserow, NocoDB
- [Best Data Science Notebooks](https://listme.name/best/data-science-notebooks.md): top picks JupyterLab, Google Colab, Deepnote
- [Best Open Data Portals and Dataset Libraries](https://listme.name/best/open-data-portals.md): top picks Our World in Data, World Bank Open Data, Eurostat

## Industrial & Manufacturing
- [Best SCADA Software](https://listme.name/best/scada-software.md): top picks Ignition, SIMATIC WinCC Open Architecture, GENESIS64
- [Best OPC and Industrial Connectivity Software](https://listme.name/best/opc-and-industrial-connectivity-software.md): top picks Kepware Server, dataFEED OPC Suite, Cogent DataHub
- [Best Industrial IoT Platforms](https://listme.name/best/industrial-iot-platforms.md): top picks HighByte Intelligence Hub, Litmus, ThingWorx
- [Best PLC Programming Software](https://listme.name/best/plc-programming-software.md): top picks CODESYS Development System, TwinCAT 3, Beremiz
- [Best OEE and Production Monitoring Software](https://listme.name/best/oee-and-production-monitoring-software.md): top picks Evocon, Vorne XL, MachineMetrics
- [Best CMMS and Maintenance Software](https://listme.name/best/cmms-software.md): top picks MaintainX, UpKeep, Limble
- [Best OT Security Platforms](https://listme.name/best/ot-security-platforms.md): top picks Dragos, Nozomi Networks, Claroty
- [Best Industrial Analytics and AI Tools](https://listme.name/best/industrial-analytics-and-ai-tools.md): top picks Seeq, AVEVA PI System, Cognite
- [Best Industrial Automation Integrators](https://listme.name/best/industrial-automation-integrators.md): top picks Control System Integrators Association, Siemens Solution Partners, Inductive Automation Integrator Solutions
- [Best Industrial Technology News and References](https://listme.name/best/industrial-technology-references.md): top picks Shopfloor, International Society of Automation, Automation.com

## Learning & Reference
- [Best Language Learning Apps](https://listme.name/best/language-learning-apps.md): top picks Duolingo, Busuu, Memrise
- [Best Flashcard and Spaced Repetition Apps](https://listme.name/best/flashcard-and-spaced-repetition-apps.md): top picks Anki, RemNote, Mochi
- [Best Online Course Platforms](https://listme.name/best/online-course-platforms.md): top picks Coursera, Khan Academy, edX
- [Best Coding Learning Platforms](https://listme.name/best/coding-learning-platforms.md): top picks freeCodeCamp, The Odin Project, Exercism
- [Best AI Tutors and Study Assistants](https://listme.name/best/ai-tutors-and-study-assistants.md): top picks Khanmigo, Claude, ReLU.chat
- [Best Music Theory Learning Resources](https://listme.name/best/music-learning-resources.md): top picks musictheory.net, teoria.com, musics.name
- [Best Computer Science and Hardware Learning Resources](https://listme.name/best/computer-science-learning-resources.md): top picks CS50, Nand2Tetris, Hardware Theory
- [Best Online Encyclopedias and Wikis](https://listme.name/best/online-encyclopedias-and-wikis.md): top picks Wikipedia, Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy, Wikidata
- [Best Math and Graphing Software](https://listme.name/best/math-software.md): top picks Desmos, GeoGebra, Mathematica

## Health & Lifestyle
- [Best Meditation Apps](https://listme.name/best/meditation-apps.md): top picks Headspace, Calm, Medito
- [Best Workout and Fitness Apps](https://listme.name/best/workout-and-fitness-apps.md): top picks Hevy, Nike Training Club, Strava
- [Best Habit Tracker Apps](https://listme.name/best/habit-tracker-apps.md): top picks HabitKit, Loop Habit Tracker, Habitify
- [Best Recipe and Meal Planning Apps](https://listme.name/best/recipe-and-meal-planning-apps.md): top picks Paprika, Plan to Eat, Mealie
- [Best Journaling Apps](https://listme.name/best/journaling-apps.md): top picks Day One, Diarium, Journey
- [Best Plant Identification Apps](https://listme.name/best/plant-identification-apps.md): top picks Pl@ntNet, PictureThis, AI Planter

## Marketing & SEO
- [Best SEO Tools](https://listme.name/best/seo-tools.md): top picks Ahrefs, Semrush, Screaming Frog SEO Spider
- [Best Social Media Management Tools](https://listme.name/best/social-media-management-tools.md): top picks Sprout Social, Hootsuite, Buffer

## HR & Hiring
- [Best Applicant Tracking Systems](https://listme.name/best/applicant-tracking-systems.md): top picks Greenhouse, Ashby, Workable
- [Best HR and Payroll Software](https://listme.name/best/hr-and-payroll-software.md): top picks Gusto, Rippling, BambooHR

## Game Development
- [Best Game Engines](https://listme.name/best/game-engines.md): top picks Godot Engine, Unity, Unreal Engine
- [Best Pixel Art and Sprite Editors](https://listme.name/best/pixel-art-and-sprite-editors.md): top picks Aseprite, Pixelorama, LibreSprite

## Smart Home & Self-Hosting
- [Best Home Automation Platforms](https://listme.name/best/home-automation-platforms.md): top picks Home Assistant, Homey, Hubitat Elevation
- [Best Media Server Software](https://listme.name/best/media-server-software.md): top picks Jellyfin, Plex, Immich

## Writing & Publishing
- [Best Novel and Long-Form Writing Apps](https://listme.name/best/novel-and-long-form-writing-apps.md): top picks Scrivener, Atticus, Ulysses
- [Best Grammar and Proofreading Tools](https://listme.name/best/grammar-and-proofreading-tools.md): top picks Grammarly, LanguageTool, Harper

## Books & Ebooks
- [Best AI and Machine Learning Books](https://listme.name/best/ai-and-machine-learning-books.md): top picks Deep Learning, Probabilistic Machine Learning: An Introduction, Dive into Deep Learning
- [Best Reinforcement Learning and Edge ML Books](https://listme.name/best/reinforcement-learning-and-edge-ml-books.md): top picks Reinforcement Learning: An Introduction, Reinforcement Learning and Optimal Control, TinyML
- [Best Programming Books](https://listme.name/best/programming-books.md): top picks Designing Data-Intensive Applications, The Pragmatic Programmer, 20th Anniversary Edition, Structure and Interpretation of Computer Programs
- [Best Computer Architecture Books](https://listme.name/best/computer-architecture-books.md): top picks Computer Organization and Design RISC-V Edition, Computer Architecture: A Quantitative Approach, Code
- [Best Music Theory Books](https://listme.name/best/music-theory-books.md): top picks Open Music Theory, The Complete Musician, Tonal Harmony
- [Best Personal Finance and Investing Books](https://listme.name/best/personal-finance-and-investing-books.md): top picks The Psychology of Money, The Little Book of Common Sense Investing, A Random Walk Down Wall Street
- [Best Career and Future-Of-Work Books](https://listme.name/best/career-and-future-of-work-books.md): top picks Co-Intelligence, The Second Machine Age, Prediction Machines
- [Best Productivity and Note-Taking Books](https://listme.name/best/productivity-and-note-taking-books.md): top picks Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World, How to Take Smart Notes, Getting Things Done

## Learning Center (short videos with captions, each backed by a full lesson)
- [All lessons](https://listme.name/learn.md)
- [How to compare products fairly: what to keep in mind](https://listme.name/learn/how-to-compare-products-fairly.md): Define the job, cap the must-haves, compare like with like, count total cost over one period and weigh the criteria. Includes a worked example.
- [Free, paid or open source? What each really costs](https://listme.name/learn/free-vs-paid-vs-open-source.md): What free of charge, free software, open source, freemium and paid mean, the costs that have no price tag, and how to decide by data and time.
- [Subscription or one-time purchase: how to choose](https://listme.name/learn/subscription-or-one-time-purchase.md): Compare what each model pays for, work out the cost over three and five years with example figures, and check the questions to ask before you buy.
- [Lock-in and exit costs: check how you leave before you commit](https://listme.name/learn/lock-in-and-exit-costs.md): Learn what lock-in is, run an export test on real data, compare open formats and local versus hosted storage, and plan an exit with your EU data rights in mind.
- [How to run a software trial that tells you something](https://listme.name/learn/how-to-run-a-trial-before-you-commit.md): Run a software trial that answers your question. Set criteria first, use real files, test import, export and sharing, then decide before the end date.
- [How to read rankings and reviews without being misled](https://listme.name/learn/how-to-read-rankings-and-reviews.md): Learn what a software ranking can show, which parts to read first, how to spot disclosure and dates, and how to read user reviews with care.
- [How file compression works](https://listme.name/learn/how-file-compression-works.md): See how lossless compression shrinks files with run-length encoding, Huffman coding and LZ77 pointers, and why ZIP, gzip and PNG all rely on DEFLATE.
- [Huffman coding explained: shorter codes for common symbols](https://listme.name/learn/huffman-coding-explained.md): Learn how Huffman coding builds a tree from symbol counts, gives frequent letters short codes, and decodes without separators, with a worked example.
- [LZ77 and DEFLATE: how ZIP, gzip and PNG compress](https://listme.name/learn/lz77-and-deflate-how-zip-works.md): Learn how LZ77 pointers, DEFLATE blocks and Huffman codes work together, why a pointer can overlap its own output, and how ZIP differs from tar.gz.
- [Lossless vs lossy compression: what gets thrown away](https://listme.name/learn/lossless-vs-lossy-compression.md): Lossless compression gives back every byte. Lossy compression discards detail on purpose. See what JPEG and MP3 drop, why re-saving hurts, and what to keep.
- [Choosing a compression algorithm: gzip, xz, Zstandard, Brotli](https://listme.name/learn/choosing-a-compression-algorithm.md): Compare gzip, bzip2, xz, Zstandard and Brotli by size, speed and memory, then pick one for web assets, backups, archives or files other people must open.
- [How to pick a book worth your time](https://listme.name/learn/how-to-pick-a-book-worth-reading.md): Pick a book by the question it must answer, its level, its edition and a sample chapter, before you buy it or read the reviews.
- [How to decide between two good options](https://listme.name/learn/how-to-decide-between-two-good-options.md): Settle a close call by sorting it by how hard it is to undo, setting a deadline, scoring the criteria as a tie-breaker and writing down why you chose.

## Articles
- [How to choose 3D modeling software: free tools, CAD and tablets](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-3d-modeling-software.md): Choose 3D modeling software by the work it is for, the platforms it runs on and its license. Compare Blender, FreeCAD, SketchUp, Shapr3D and other top picks.
- [How to choose a calendar app: storage, sharing and platforms](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-calendar-app.md): Choose a calendar app by where events are stored, which devices it runs on, how sharing works and what it costs. Compare Google Calendar, Apple Calendar and Outlook.
- [1Password vs Bitwarden: Which Password Manager Fits You?](https://listme.name/blog/1password-vs-bitwarden.md): 1Password is a paid password manager with a 14-day trial, while Bitwarden is open source with a free plan. Compare vaults, pricing, platforms and sharing.
- [Best AI coding assistants compared by how they work](https://listme.name/blog/best-ai-coding-assistants-compared.md): Compare AI coding assistants by how they work, editor-integrated, terminal agent or open-source, with their pricing models and how much of the source you can read.
- [Best AI tools for reading research papers](https://listme.name/blog/best-ai-tools-for-research-and-reading-papers.md): Compare arXiv, Semantic Scholar, Elicit, Hugging Face and Kagi for finding papers, and learn how to check AI-generated citations before you rely on them.
- [Best apps for freelancers, from first client to paid invoice](https://listme.name/blog/best-apps-for-freelancers.md): Choose freelancer apps for each step: finding clients, signing, tracking time, invoicing, bookkeeping and planning, with the free plan limits to check.
- [Best apps for Linux, grouped by the job they do](https://listme.name/blog/best-apps-for-linux.md): The strongest apps on Linux, grouped by job: browsers, editors, notes, creative tools, security and chat. Includes where Linux support is thinner or limited.
- [Best apps for remote teams: chat, video, whiteboards and tasks](https://listme.name/blog/best-apps-for-remote-teams.md): Pick remote team apps by job: chat, video calls, whiteboards and project tracking. Compare per-seat and flat pricing, self-hosting, and async work habits.
- [Best apps for students, organized by study task](https://listme.name/blog/best-apps-for-students.md): Pick study apps by task: notes, flashcards, tutoring, mind maps, writing, deadlines and reading. Includes the free plan limits that matter for each one.
- [Best books for learning machine learning, from math to practice](https://listme.name/blog/best-books-for-learning-machine-learning.md): Follow a machine learning reading path from math and statistics to code, research and edge devices. See which books are free to read online and which are paid.
- [Best books for learning to program, by goal](https://listme.name/blog/best-books-for-learning-to-program.md): Pick a programming book by goal: a first language, one language in depth, how interpreters work or software craft. Compare free online books with paid titles.
- [Best books on reinforcement learning and edge ML](https://listme.name/blog/best-books-on-reinforcement-learning-and-edge-ml.md): Choose a reinforcement learning or edge ML book by level, free access and hardware focus. Compare Sutton and Barto, Bertsekas, TinyML and Fringe Learning.
- [Best ChatGPT alternatives for chat, search and local models](https://listme.name/blog/best-chatgpt-alternatives.md): Compare ChatGPT alternatives by free limits, privacy, model access, coding and research. See hosted chatbots, search-first tools and local model runners.
- [Free alternatives to Adobe Creative Cloud, app by app](https://listme.name/blog/best-free-alternatives-to-adobe-creative-cloud.md): Free and open-source replacements for Photoshop, Lightroom, Illustrator, Premiere Pro and Acrobat, with the gaps and free-plan limits to expect.
- [Best free alternatives to Microsoft Office](https://listme.name/blog/best-free-alternatives-to-microsoft-office.md): Compare LibreOffice, ONLYOFFICE, Google Docs, WPS Office and Zoho Workplace, and learn where Microsoft file format compatibility can fall short for your documents.
- [Best free resources for learning computer science](https://listme.name/blog/best-free-resources-for-learning-computer-science.md): Choose computer science resources by depth, hands-on work and level. Compare CS50, Nand2Tetris, Ben Eater and MIT OpenCourseWare.
- [Best game engines for beginners: 2D, 3D and licensing](https://listme.name/blog/best-game-engines-for-beginners.md): Choose the best game engines for beginners by 2D or 3D focus, license terms and code or editor workflow, plus the pixel art editors that pair with them.
- [Best Google alternatives for privacy, service by service](https://listme.name/blog/best-google-alternatives-for-privacy.md): Privacy-focused replacements for Gmail, Google Search, Chrome, Drive, Calendar, Google's password manager, ad blocking and messaging, and what each one gives up.
- [Best Notion alternatives, sorted by what you use Notion for](https://listme.name/blog/best-notion-alternatives.md): Find Notion alternatives for notes, databases, project tracking and publishing, with open-source and self-hosted options and the free plan limits to check.
- [Best online encyclopedias and wikis](https://listme.name/blog/best-online-encyclopedias-and-wikis.md): Choose an online encyclopedia by sourcing, scope and reuse terms. Compare Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wiktionary and the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy.
- [Best open-source alternatives to paid software](https://listme.name/blog/best-open-source-alternatives-to-paid-software.md): Open-source apps that can replace paid tools for notes, office work, backups, analytics, chat and remote access, with the hosting trade-offs of each one.
- [Best personal finance books compared by approach](https://listme.name/blog/best-personal-finance-books-compared.md): Compare personal finance books by approach: behavior, index investing, value investing and spending. See what each argues and which book fits your goal.
- [Privacy-focused apps: what the label means and where it stops](https://listme.name/blog/best-privacy-focused-apps.md): A plain definition of privacy-focused software, its limits, and the messaging, browser, search, VPN, email and file encryption apps the rankings cover.
- [Best references for learning industrial technology](https://listme.name/blog/best-references-for-learning-industrial-technology.md): Choose industrial technology references by source type, depth and cost. Compare ISA, Automation.com, Shopfloor and RealPars.
- [Best self-hosted apps, grouped by what you run them for](https://listme.name/blog/best-self-hosted-apps.md): Self-hosted apps grouped by job: notes, feeds, files, chat, passwords, analytics, forms and money, with the upkeep of running your own server.
- [Best software for starting a small business, by stage](https://listme.name/blog/best-software-for-starting-a-small-business.md): Software for starting a small business, grouped by stage: bookkeeping, invoices, a website, email, a CRM, team chat and password managers, with free-plan limits.
- [Best tools for capturing your screen: screenshots and recordings](https://listme.name/blog/best-tools-for-capturing-your-screen.md): Pick a screen capture tool by screenshot or recording needs, platform, price and cloud privacy. Compare OBS Studio, Loom, ScreenFlow, ShareX, CleanShot X, Flameshot.
- [Best writing apps for authors: drafting, outlining and grammar](https://listme.name/blog/best-writing-apps-for-authors.md): Compare the best writing apps for authors: manuscript apps, formatting tools, outlining software and grammar checkers, with free and open-source options.
- [Claude Code vs Cursor: Which AI Coding Assistant Fits You?](https://listme.name/blog/claude-code-vs-cursor.md): Claude Code is a terminal-first agent included in Claude Pro and Max, while Cursor is an AI code editor with a free Hobby plan. Compare workflows, plans and limits.
- [DaVinci Resolve vs Adobe Premiere Pro: Which Video Editor Fits You?](https://listme.name/blog/davinci-resolve-vs-premiere-pro.md): DaVinci Resolve offers a free editor with color grading and audio, while Premiere Pro is a subscription timeline editor tied to Adobe apps. Compare the two.
- [Firefox vs Chrome: Which Browser Should You Use?](https://listme.name/blog/firefox-vs-chrome.md): Compare Firefox and Google Chrome on tracker blocking, open source, sync, browser engine, platforms and AI features, and see which browser fits how you browse.
- [How to choose a backup strategy: 3-2-1, restores and tools](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-backup-strategy.md): Build a backup plan with the 3-2-1 rule, local and cloud copies and restore tests. Compare backup software, from Arq and Kopia to restic and Backblaze.
- [How to choose a book tracking and discovery app](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-book-tracking-app.md): Choose a book tracking app by reading status, discovery and openness. Compare Goodreads, Open Library, Hardcover and The StoryGraph.
- [How to choose a budgeting app: method, bank links and cost](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-budgeting-app.md): Choose a budgeting app by method, bank connection, self-hosting, device reach and price. Compare YNAB, Monarch Money, Actual Budget, Copilot Money and Firefly III.
- [How to choose a code editor: languages, platform and cost](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-code-editor.md): Choose a code editor by language depth, platform, license and price. Compare VS Code, IntelliJ IDEA, Zed, Neovim and Xcode, plus a note on terminal tools.
- [How to choose a CRM: pipelines, data, hosting and price](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-crm.md): Choose a CRM by its pipeline, data model, email sync, AI features and hosting. Compare HubSpot, Pipedrive, Attio, Zoho CRM, Salesforce, Twenty and SuiteCRM.
- [How to choose a dashboard and data visualization tool](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-dashboard-and-data-visualization-tool.md): Choose a dashboard tool by who builds it, where the data lives and hosting. Compare Power BI, Tableau, Metabase, Data Studio and Apache Superset.
- [How to choose a digital audio workstation (DAW)](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-digital-audio-workstation.md): Choose a digital audio workstation by MIDI and audio support, plugins, platform and licensing. Compare Ableton Live, Logic Pro, REAPER, FL Studio and notation tools.
- [How to choose a file archiver: formats, platforms and licenses](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-file-archiver.md): Choose a file archiver by the formats it creates, your operating system, license and encryption. Compare 7-Zip, PeaZip, Keka, WinRAR, The Unarchiver and Ark.
- [How to choose a form builder: responses, payments and hosting](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-form-builder.md): Choose a form builder by where responses are stored, payments and logic. Compare Tally, Google Forms, Typeform, Jotform, Formbricks and LimeSurvey on hosting.
- [How to choose a Git client: visual or terminal, platforms, cost](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-git-client.md): Choose a Git client by visual or terminal style, operating system, cost and hosting. Compare GitHub Desktop, Lazygit, GitKraken, GitUI, Sourcetree and Tower.
- [How to choose a journaling app: privacy, devices and writing](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-journaling-app.md): Compare journaling apps by privacy, app lock, sync, platforms and export, and see when a plain-text terminal journal suits you better than a phone diary.
- [How to choose a language learning app: method, speaking and cost](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-language-learning-app.md): Compare language learning apps by teaching method, speaking practice, free start and paid tiers, and see which kind of app suits a beginner or a reader.
- [How to choose a meditation app: courses, sleep, cost, openness](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-meditation-app.md): Choose a meditation app by course depth, sleep content, cost and platforms. Compare Headspace, Calm, Medito, Waking Up, Happier Meditation and Smiling Mind.
- [How to choose a messaging app: encryption, numbers, groups](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-messaging-app.md): Compare messaging apps by encryption by default, phone number requirements, metadata, group features, backups and platforms, with picks from the messaging ranking.
- [How to choose a music streaming service: catalog, audio and plans](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-music-streaming-service.md): Compare music streaming services by catalog, free tier, audio quality, offline listening, family plans and devices. Covers Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer and Qobuz.
- [How to choose a note-taking app: storage, sharing and price](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-note-taking-app.md): Choose a note-taking app by where notes are stored, how sharing works, platform reach and price. Compare Obsidian, Notion, Joplin and other top picks.
- [How to choose a password manager: vaults, free plans, recovery](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-password-manager.md): Choose a password manager by vault type, free plan limits, open-source code, passkeys and recovery. Compare Bitwarden, 1Password, Proton Pass and KeePassXC.
- [How to choose a PDF editor: editing, signing, OCR and privacy](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-pdf-editor.md): Choose a PDF editor by task, OCR, offline or browser use, platforms and price. Compare Adobe Acrobat, PDF-XChange, Foxit, Smallpdf, Sejda and Okular.
- [How to choose a plant identification app by coverage, care and cost](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-plant-identification-app.md): Choose a plant identification app by species coverage, care advice and cost. Compare Pl@ntNet, PictureThis, AI Planter, Seek and Planta.
- [How to choose a podcast app: devices, catalogs, ads and openness](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-podcast-app.md): Choose a podcast app by device, catalog, RSS support, ads and open-source code. Compare Apple Podcasts, Overcast, AntennaPod, Podcast Addict and Castbox.
- [How to choose a recipe and meal planning app by import and hosting](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-recipe-and-meal-planning-app.md): Choose a recipe and meal planning app by recipe import, planning, hosting and price. Compare Paprika, Plan to Eat, Mealie and Copy Me That.
- [How to choose a spreadsheet app: file formats, sharing, cost](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-spreadsheet-app.md): Choose a spreadsheet app by file format, shared editing, analysis depth and price. Compare Excel, Google Sheets, LibreOffice, Numbers, WPS Office and Gnumeric.
- [How to choose a terminal emulator: platform, tabs, license](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-terminal-emulator.md): Choose a terminal emulator by operating system, built-in tabs and splits, and license. Compare WezTerm, iTerm2, Ghostty, Windows Terminal, kitty and Alacritty.
- [How to choose a to-do list app: lists, planning and sync](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-to-do-list-app.md): Choose a to-do app by planning depth, platforms, sync, free limits and export. Compare Todoist, TickTick, Things, OmniFocus, Super Productivity and Microsoft To Do.
- [How to choose a VPN: what it does and does not do](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-vpn.md): Learn what a VPN does and does not change, when you may not need one, and how to compare company base, open-source apps, audits, payment and platforms.
- [How to choose a web browser: privacy, engine and sync](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-web-browser.md): Choose a web browser by engine, privacy defaults, platforms and open-source licensing. Compare Firefox, Chrome, Brave, Safari and Edge, plus ad blockers.
- [How to choose a website builder: hosting, templates and ownership](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-a-website-builder.md): Choose a website builder by hosting, templates or code control, commerce, domains, export, SEO settings and price. Compare Wix, Webflow, WordPress and Shopify.
- [How to choose an AI tutor or study assistant by guidance and data](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-an-ai-tutor.md): Choose an AI tutor by guidance, subject coverage and data handling. Compare Khanmigo, Claude, ReLU.chat, Photomath and RemNote.
- [How to choose an AI writing assistant: checks, rewrites or drafting](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-an-ai-writing-assistant.md): Choose an AI writing assistant by task: proofreading, rewriting, long-form editing or drafting. Compare free plans, language coverage, team tiers and prices.
- [How to choose an applicant tracking system for hiring](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-an-applicant-tracking-system.md): Choose an applicant tracking system by pipeline, interview scheduling, job board posting and pricing model, and learn when HR software should come first.
- [How to choose an authenticator app: backups, sync and open source](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-an-authenticator-app.md): Choose an authenticator app by how it backs up codes, whether sync is end-to-end encrypted, its license and platform reach. Compare Ente Auth, Aegis and Authy.
- [How to choose an ebook reader app: store, formats, devices](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-an-ebook-reader-app.md): Choose an ebook reader app by book source, file formats and devices. Compare Kindle, Apple Books, Readest, KOReader, Libby and calibre for your reading habits.
- [How to choose an email client: IMAP, privacy, platforms](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-an-email-client.md): Clients and providers are separate choices. Learn IMAP and SMTP in plain terms, then compare unified inboxes, privacy, calendars, platforms and price in email apps.
- [How to choose an industrial automation integrator](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-an-industrial-automation-integrator.md): Choose an automation integrator by platform fit, certification and local support. Compare CSIA, Siemens, Rockwell and AVEVA partners.
- [How to choose an RSS reader: hosting, platforms, cost](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-an-rss-reader.md): Choose an RSS reader by hosting model, platforms, filtering and cost. Compare NetNewsWire, Feedbin, Inoreader, FreshRSS, NewsBlur and Miniflux for your setup.
- [How to choose bid and cost estimating software](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-bid-and-cost-estimating-software.md): Choose bid and cost estimating software by job, trade, platform and pricing. Compare PlanSwift, BuildingConnected, Buildxact, STACK and BidVariance.
- [How to choose cloud storage for files and devices](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-cloud-storage.md): Choose cloud storage by free space, platform support, encryption and self-hosting. Learn why sync is not backup, and compare Google Drive, Dropbox and Proton Drive.
- [How to choose e-signature software: hosting, limits and recognition](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-e-signature-software.md): Choose e-signature software by recognition, self-hosting, free limits and APIs. Compare DocuSign, Zoho Sign, SignWell, Dropbox Sign, Documenso and DocuSeal.
- [How to choose email marketing software: audience, channels, hosting](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-email-marketing-software.md): Compare email marketing software by audience, channels, automation, free-plan limits and hosting, from ecommerce tools to newsletter and self-hosted options.
- [How to choose invoicing software: fees, time tracking and plans](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-invoicing-software.md): Compare invoicing software by fees, time tracking, quotes, free-plan limits and bookkeeping, with notes on Zoho Invoice, Wave, Harvest and Stripe Invoicing.
- [How to choose mind mapping software: desktop, browser and export](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-mind-mapping-software.md): Choose mind mapping software by desktop or browser use, phone apps, price and export. Compare Xmind, SimpleMind, MindMeister, Freeplane, MindNode and Coggle.
- [How to choose OPC and industrial IoT software](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-opc-and-industrial-iot-software.md): Choose OPC and industrial IoT software by driver coverage, OPC UA support and license model. Compare Kepware, dataFEED, HighByte and Litmus.
- [How to choose photo editing software for raw, layers and price](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-photo-editing-software.md): Choose photo editing software by raw support, layers and masks, platform and pricing. Compare Affinity, GIMP, Pixelmator Pro, Photopea, darktable and RawTherapee.
- [How to choose project management software for your team](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-project-management-software.md): Choose project management software by how pricing scales, how much planning you need and whether to self-host. Compare Asana, ClickUp, Jira, Trello and more.
- [How to choose remote desktop software: hosted or self-run](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-remote-desktop-software.md): Compare remote desktop software by personal or business use, platform coverage, self-hosting, license and cost, from hosted apps to open-source servers you run.
- [How to choose SEO tools: audits, keywords and free options](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-seo-tools.md): Learn what SEO tools do, which free reports to start with, when a WordPress plugin fits, and how SEO tools relate to social media scheduling.
- [How to choose speech-to-text software: dictation, meetings or an API](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-speech-to-text-software.md): Pick speech-to-text software by job: dictation, meeting notes or a developer API. Compare offline use, free plans, speaker labels and pricing for six tools.
- [How to choose team chat software: channels, hosting, cost](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-team-chat-software.md): Compare team chat tools by channels and threads, message retention, self-hosting, guest access, integrations and per-user pricing, with picks from the rankings.
- [How to choose time tracking software: free plans, billing, hosting](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-time-tracking-software.md): Choose time tracking software by free plan limits, invoicing, self-hosting and monitoring. Compare Clockify, Toggl Track, Kimai, Harvest, TimeCamp and Hubstaff.
- [How to choose video editing software for your projects](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-video-editing-software.md): Choose video editing software by timeline depth, hardware needs, export formats and price. Compare DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, Shotcut, Kdenlive and CapCut.
- [How to choose web analytics software: data control, depth and cost](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-choose-web-analytics-software.md): Choose web analytics by data control, report depth, setup and cost. Compare Matomo, Plausible, Umami, Google Analytics, Fathom and Cloudflare Web Analytics.
- [How to compare AI chatbots without chasing leaderboards](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-compare-ai-chatbots.md): A practical method for comparing AI chatbots by your own tasks, privacy settings, plan pricing, file handling and reliability, with rankings as a starting point.
- [How to learn music theory with websites and books](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-learn-music-theory-with-websites-and-books.md): Choose music theory sites and books by teaching order, practice and cost. Compare musictheory.net, teoria.com, Open Music Theory and The Complete Musician.
- [How to read software rankings: a checklist and listme.name's rules](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-read-software-rankings.md): Read best-software lists critically: affiliate links, paid placement, review bias, scoring and stale data, plus how listme.name scores and discloses its rules.
- [How to set up a smart home and a home media server](https://listme.name/blog/how-to-set-up-a-home-server-and-smart-home.md): Set up smart-home automation and a small self-hosted media server. Compare cloud apps with local-first platforms and see what hardware each product needs.
- [LibreOffice vs Microsoft 365: Which Office Suite Should You Use?](https://listme.name/blog/libreoffice-vs-microsoft-365.md): Compare LibreOffice and Microsoft 365 on price, desktop apps, sign-in, file sharing, open source and Office file support, and pick the suite that fits your work.
- [Local LLM runners explained: running models on your computer](https://listme.name/blog/local-llm-runners-explained.md): What running an AI model locally means, how hardware limits it, when it makes sense, and how local runners such as Ollama compare with hosted chatbots.
- [Monte Carlo bid estimating: what P50, P80 and P90 mean](https://listme.name/blog/monte-carlo-simulation-for-bid-estimating.md): Monte Carlo simulation for bid estimators: model cost ranges, read P50, P80 and P90 and the chance of meeting a price, with a worked example and common mistakes.
- [NordVPN vs Proton VPN: Which VPN Should You Use?](https://listme.name/blog/nordvpn-vs-proton-vpn.md): Compare NordVPN and Proton VPN on free plans, open-source apps, company base, device support and renewal terms to choose the VPN that fits your needs.
- [Notion vs Obsidian: Which Note-Taking App Fits You?](https://listme.name/blog/notion-vs-obsidian.md): Notion keeps pages on its servers for shared work, while Obsidian keeps Markdown files on your device. Compare pricing, platforms, sync and data control.
- [Signal vs Telegram: Which Messaging App Fits You?](https://listme.name/blog/signal-vs-telegram.md): Signal encrypts chats by default and is run by a nonprofit, while Telegram suits large groups and channels. Compare encryption, platforms, cost and openness.
- [Slack vs Microsoft Teams: Which Team Chat App Should You Use?](https://listme.name/blog/slack-vs-microsoft-teams.md): Compare Slack and Microsoft Teams on app catalogs, free plans, Microsoft 365 integration, platforms and hosting, and choose the team chat app that fits your team.
- [Software pricing models explained, with real examples](https://listme.name/blog/software-pricing-models-explained.md): Software pricing models explained: free, freemium, open source, one-time, subscription, usage-based and per-seat, with examples, traps and label meanings.
- [Spaced repetition explained: how review schedules work](https://listme.name/blog/spaced-repetition-explained.md): Spaced repetition reviews material at growing intervals, just before you would forget it. Learn how flashcard apps schedule reviews and how to write good cards.
- [Spotify vs Apple Music: Which Streaming Service Should You Use?](https://listme.name/blog/spotify-vs-apple-music.md): Compare Spotify and Apple Music on free plans, Premium plan types, device support, audio features and openness to choose the streaming service that suits you.
- [Two-factor authentication explained: factor types and setup](https://listme.name/blog/two-factor-authentication-explained.md): Two-factor authentication adds a second proof of identity to your password. Compare SMS, app codes, security keys and passkeys, and keep recovery codes safe.
- [What end-to-end encryption means and what it does not cover](https://listme.name/blog/what-end-to-end-encryption-means.md): End-to-end encryption means only the sender and recipient hold the keys. Learn how it differs from in-transit and at-rest encryption, and how to check claims.
- [What is a headless CMS? APIs, hosting models and when it fits](https://listme.name/blog/what-is-a-headless-cms.md): A headless CMS stores content and serves it through an API, with no built-in website. Learn how it differs from a traditional CMS and when it is overkill.
- [What is a passkey? How it replaces your password](https://listme.name/blog/what-is-a-passkey.md): A passkey replaces a password with a key pair held on your device. Learn how passkeys resist phishing, sync between devices and recover if you lose one.
- [Local-first software explained: data on your own device](https://listme.name/blog/what-is-local-first-software.md): Local-first software keeps your data on your device, works offline and treats sync as optional. Learn the trade-offs against cloud apps and how to tell them apart.
- [What is OPC UA? A plain guide for industrial software beginners](https://listme.name/blog/what-is-opc-ua.md): OPC UA explained for beginners: the problem it solves, clients, servers and information models, security modes, and how it differs from OPC Classic and Modbus.
- [What is open source software? Licenses and what they mean](https://listme.name/blog/what-is-open-source-software.md): Open source means a license lets anyone use, study, change and share the code. Compare MIT, Apache, GPL and AGPL, and learn what to check before you adopt one.
- [What is SCADA? Parts, uses, and how it differs from DCS and MES](https://listme.name/blog/what-is-scada.md): SCADA explained: the field devices, controllers, communications, HMI and historian in a system, how it differs from a DCS and an MES, and key security concerns.
- [Where to find open data and how to judge a source](https://listme.name/blog/where-to-find-open-data.md): Choose open data by publisher, license and coverage. Compare Eurostat, World Bank Open Data, Our World in Data and Data.gov.
- [Where to find spreadsheet templates and what to check first](https://listme.name/blog/where-to-find-spreadsheet-templates.md): Choose a spreadsheet template source by file format, working formulas and cost. Compare Vertex42, The Spreadsheet Page, ExcelDataPro and Sheet Reserve.

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