XAMPP
Apache + MariaDB + PHP + Perl
XAMPP is a free, open-source software package that bundles the Apache web server with MariaDB, PHP, and Perl. It solves the common difficulty of manually installing and configuring these components for local web development by providing a single, easy-to-install distribution. The package is configured with all features enabled by default, allowing developers to quickly set up a local server environment without complex setup procedures.
The main components of XAMPP are the Apache web server, MariaDB database, PHP scripting language, and Perl programming language. It is available as a multiplatform installer for Windows, Linux, and OS X operating systems. The project is maintained by Apache Friends, a non-profit initiative, and has been supported by a community through forums and social media channels for over a decade.
XAMPP is designed for developers who need a local testing environment for web applications. It is free of charge for both personal and commercial use, distributed under the GNU General Public License for the compilation, while individual component licenses may vary. The software is available as a direct download from the project website, with multiple PHP version options provided for each supported operating system.
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