Heroku is a cloud platform as a service (PaaS) that enables developers to build, run, and scale applications in various programming languages effortlessly. It is particularly popular for its simplicity, supporting languages like Ruby, Java, Python, Node.js, PHP, and more, through a straightforward deployment process via Git. Heroku abstracts much of the underlying infrastructure management, allowing developers to focus on coding without worrying about server maintenance or scaling complexities. With Heroku, applications are run on "dynos," which can be adjusted according to the app's needs, ensuring scalability and reliability. It integrates seamlessly with a variety of add-ons and third-party services, ranging from databases to monitoring tools, thus providing robust options for enhancing app functionalities and performance. For developers seeking a hassle-free deployment process and a scalable environment, Heroku offers a flexible and efficient solution.

View the most prominent open source Heroku projects in the list below. Click on a specific project to view its alternative or complementary packages.