Everything you need to get started with LODEEM and master local development
Get up and running with LODEEM in minutes. Follow these simple steps to set up your first local development environment.
Download the latest version for Windows from our download page. LODEEM is a single executable - no installation required!
💡 Tip: LODEEM is completely portable. You can run it from anywhere, including USB drives.
Simply double-click lodeem.exe to launch the application. On first run, LODEEM will:
Navigate to the Services tab and add your first service:
⚠️ Note: Make sure the ports you choose aren't already in use by other applications.
Your development environment is ready! Access your services through:
Comprehensive guides for all LODEEM features and capabilities.
LODEEM supports a wide range of services out of the box:
Each service can be configured independently with custom ports, paths, and settings.
Profiles allow you to save complete environment configurations:
Built-in database browser lets you:
Switch between multiple PHP versions per project:
Protect your configurations and data:
📝 Note: Full API documentation and advanced guides are coming soon. Join our community to stay updated!
Common questions about LODEEM, answered.
LODEEM is built from the ground up in Rust, making it 10-100x faster than alternatives. It uses ~150MB of RAM (vs 500MB+ for others), starts in under 1 second, and the executable is only 8.63MB. Plus, it's truly portable and supports modern workflows like profiles, snapshots, and cloud sync.
Currently, LODEEM is available for Windows 10/11. macOS and Linux versions are in development and coming soon. Sign up for our waitlist to be notified when they launch!
LODEEM is designed for local development environments. While the services it manages (Apache, MySQL, etc.) can run in production, LODEEM itself is optimized for development workflows. For production, use traditional server setups or containerization.
LODEEM automatically checks for updates on launch. When a new version is available, you'll be prompted to download it. Simply replace the old executable with the new one - all your configurations are preserved in separate config files.
Absolutely! LODEEM is designed for multi-project workflows. Use different ports for each project's services, or use profiles to quickly switch between entire environment configurations. You can even run them all at once thanks to LODEEM's minimal resource usage.
All your databases and configurations are stored locally on your machine by default. If you enable cloud sync (Pro feature), configurations are encrypted before upload. We never access your databases or project files.
For basic usage, no. LODEEM can run as a regular user. However, some services (like running web servers on port 80) may require administrator privileges on Windows. LODEEM will prompt you if elevated access is needed.
Yes! LODEEM can import existing projects. Simply point LODEEM to your existing document roots and database folders. We're also working on automated migration tools for popular platforms.
Free users can get community support via GitHub Issues and our Discord server. Pro and Enterprise users get priority email support with guaranteed response times. Check the Community section below for links!
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