'That is why it is important to have full control': Dutch government launches its own self-hosted GitHub alternative in the latest blast against US tech giants such as Microsoft
The Dutch government has launched a self-hosted Git platform called code.overheid.nl to reduce dependence on US-based tech companies like Microsoft. Built on the open-source Forgejo software, the platform aims to ensure full control over the integrity of government source code. The initiative treats code repositories as critical national infrastructure, emphasizing security and transparency.
- ▪The Dutch government launched code.overheid.nl, a self-hosted Git platform, to reduce reliance on foreign-controlled services like GitHub.
- ▪Source code integrity is considered essential infrastructure, requiring verifiable security at all stages.
- ▪The platform is built on Forgejo, allowing full access to modify and distribute its source code.
- ▪The pilot phase of code.overheid.nl is limited to a small group of government institutions.
- ▪Vibe coding, a collaborative programming style, is supported through the use of open and community-driven tools.
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Pro 'That is why it is important to have full control': Dutch government launches its own self-hosted GitHub alternative in the latest blast against US tech giants such as Microsoft News By Efosa Udinmwen published 2 May 2026 Pilot phase for code.overheid.nl limits access to a small group of institutions When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: developer.overheid.nl) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Dutch platform aims to reduce reliance on foreign-controlled repositoriesSource code integrity is treated as a critical national infrastructure…
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