Open-source news and code hosting platform in China
Introduction
OSChina is a veteran Chinese open-source community running the Gitee hosting platform, covering news, tools and project libraries in one place. Its focus on the domestic open-source ecosystem and localized toolchains stands out, and Gitee is a common code-hosting choice for Chinese companies.
Key Features
- Domestic open-source project curation
- Gitee code hosting platform
- Tech news and specials
- Open-source tool directory
- Offline open-source events
Pros
- The primary gateway to domestic open-source
- Gitee is stable within China
Cons
- Community discussion is quieter
Pricing
Community is free; Gitee has free and commercial tiers.（See official site for current pricing）
FAQ
Free private repos on Gitee?
Yes, the free tier includes private repo quota.
Gitee vs GitHub?
Gitee for domestic collaboration and compliance; GitHub for international projects.
How to get listed?
Submit the repo for editorial review.
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