v0.1.8

DevStackBox v0.1.8

Local PHP development for Windows - Apache, MySQL, PHP 8.3, and phpMyAdmin in one desktop app.

Download

Windows 10/11 (64-bit):DevStackBox_0.1.8_x64-setup.exe

Requires administrator rights to install. Default install path: C:\devstackbox. User data: %LOCALAPPDATA%\DevStackBox\.

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What's new

Branding

• New DevStackBox logo and icons across the app, installer, and website

Installer & upgrades

• In-place upgrade from earlier versions
• www projects and user data preserved during upgrade
• Improved NSIS install/uninstall flow
• Hardened service shutdown during upgrade
• Signed Windows installer for auto-update support

Documentation

• Docs restructured into MDX format for devstackbox.com/docs
• Expanded upgrade and installer documentation
• Updated README, security contact, and repository links

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Upgrade from v0.1.7 or earlier

1. Download and run DevStackBox_0.1.8_x64-setup.exe
2. The installer upgrades in place - your sites in www and settings are kept
3. Or use About → Check for updates inside the app (requires latest.json on this release)

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System requirements

• Windows 10 or Windows 11 (64-bit)
• Administrator privileges for installation
• ~500 MB disk space (varies with bundled stack)

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Links

• Website: https://www.devstackbox.com
• Docs: https://www.devstackbox.com/docs
• Report issues: https://github.com/DevStackBox/DevStackBox/issues

Full changelog:v0.1.6...v0.1.8

DevStackBox v0.1.6 - Apache 64-bit + Auto-Update

DevStackBox vv0.1.6

Major Fixes in This Release:

• 64-bit Apache - Fixed "Unsupported 16-Bit Application" error
• Dynamic Configuration - MSI installer now works with correct paths
• Enhanced Auto-Updater - Improved update detection and installation
• Architecture Detection - Better error messages for compatibility issues

What's Included:

• Apache 2.4.65 (64-bit) - Compatible with 64-bit Windows
• MySQL 8.0 Database (embedded)
• PHP 8.2 (with extensions)
• phpMyAdmin (database management)
• Modern React UI (dark/light mode)
• Auto-Updates via GitHub Releases

Installation:

1. Download the NSIS installer (DevStackBox_*_x64-setup.exe)
2. Run as administrator
3. Install to C:\dsb\ (recommended) or custom location
4. Launch DevStackBox from Start Menu
5. Start Apache/MySQL services from the UI
6. Access http://localhost for your projects
7. Access http://localhost/phpmyadmin for database management

Auto-Update Testing:

• Install this version to test auto-update functionality
• Updates check every 2 hours in this alpha version
• Manual update check available via "Check Updates" button

Troubleshooting:

• If Apache won't start, use the "Debug Installation" feature
• All paths are now dynamically resolved based on installation directory
• Architecture compatibility is automatically checked

Note: This is an alpha release for testing. Please report any issues on GitHub.

DevStackBox v0.1.0-alpha.4 - Apache 64-bit + Auto-Update

DevStackBox vv0.1.0-alpha.4

🔧 Major Fixes in This Release:

• ✅ 64-bit Apache - Fixed "Unsupported 16-Bit Application" error
• ✅ Dynamic Configuration - MSI installer now works with correct paths
• ✅ Enhanced Auto-Updater - Improved update detection and installation
• ✅ Architecture Detection - Better error messages for compatibility issues

** What's Included:**

• ✅ Apache 2.4.65 (64-bit) - Compatible with 64-bit Windows
• ✅ MySQL 8.0 Database (embedded)
• ✅ PHP 8.2 (with extensions)
• ✅ phpMyAdmin (database management)
• ✅ Modern React UI (dark/light mode)
• ✅ Auto-Updates via GitHub Releases

** Installation:**

1. Download the NSIS installer (DevStackBox_*_x64-setup.exe)
2. Run as administrator
3. Install to C:\dsb\ (recommended) or custom location
4. Launch DevStackBox from Start Menu
5. Start Apache/MySQL services from the UI
6. Access http://localhost for your projects
7. Access http://localhost/phpmyadmin for database management

Auto-Update Testing:

• Install this version to test auto-update functionality
• Updates check every 2 hours in this alpha version
• Manual update check available via "Check Updates" button

Troubleshooting:

• If Apache won't start, use the "Debug Installation" feature
• All paths are now dynamically resolved based on installation directory
• Architecture compatibility is automatically checked

** Note:** This is an alpha release for testing. Please report any issues on GitHub.

DevStackBox v0.1.0-alpha.2 - Full XAMPP Alternative

DevStackBox Full Installation Package

This release includes all server components bundled like XAMPP:

• ✅ Apache HTTP Server (portable)
• ✅ MySQL 8.0 Database (embedded)
• ✅ PHP 8.2 (with extensions)
• ✅ phpMyAdmin (database management)
• ✅ Modern React UI (auto-updating)
• ✅ Installs to C:\dsb\ (configurable)

Installation:

1. Download the NSIS installer (DevStackBox_*_x64-setup.exe)
2. Run as administrator
3. When prompted, choose C:\dsb\ as installation directory
4. Launch DevStackBox from Start Menu
5. Start all services from the UI
6. Access http://localhost for your projects
7. Access http://localhost/phpmyadmin for database management

Command Line Installation:

DevStackBox_0.1.0-1_x64-setup.exe /S /D=C:\\dsb

What's New:

• Complete server stack bundled in installer
• Automatic service detection and management
• Professional installation experience
• Auto-updates for continuous improvements

DevStackBox v0.1.0-alpha.1 - Full XAMPP Alternative

DevStackBox Full Installation Package

This release includes all server components bundled like XAMPP:

• ✅ Apache HTTP Server (portable)
• ✅ MySQL 8.0 Database (embedded)
• ✅ PHP 8.2 (with extensions)
• ✅ phpMyAdmin (database management)
• ✅ Modern React UI (auto-updating)
• ✅ Installs to C:\dsb\ (configurable)

Installation:

1. Download the NSIS installer (DevStackBox_*_x64-setup.exe)
2. Run as administrator
3. When prompted, choose C:\dsb\ as installation directory
4. Launch DevStackBox from Start Menu
5. Start all services from the UI
6. Access http://localhost for your projects
7. Access http://localhost/phpmyadmin for database management

Command Line Installation:

DevStackBox_0.1.0-1_x64-setup.exe /S /D=C:\\dsb

What's New:

• Complete server stack bundled in installer
• Automatic service detection and management
• Professional installation experience
• Auto-updates for continuous improvements