Open Source Maintainer Stack
Build in public. Great docs, sustainable funding, active community.
The Stack
Why This Stack Works
Open source projects fail when maintainers burn out. This stack makes sustainability the priority. Polar turns your work into income. Mintlify makes your project approachable so contributors do more of the work. Discord builds the community that sustains the project long-term.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Open Source Maintainer stack cost per month?
The Open Source Maintainer stack costs approximately $10 per month. This includes GitHub, Mintlify, Vercel, Polar, Discord. Many of these tools have free tiers, so your actual cost may be lower when starting out.
What tools are included in the Open Source Maintainer stack?
The Open Source Maintainer stack includes 5 tools: GitHub (Code + Community), Mintlify (Documentation), Vercel (Hosting + Preview), Polar (Funding), Discord (Community). Each tool was selected for this use case based on pricing, ease of use, and integration with the other tools in the stack.
Who should use the Open Source Maintainer stack?
Developers building open source tools, libraries, or frameworks who want to create a sustainable project.
When should I NOT use the Open Source Maintainer stack?
You are building closed-source software (skip Polar and focus on direct monetization) or need enterprise-grade documentation.
Can I swap tools in this stack?
Yes. This stack is a starting point, not a prescription. You can swap any tool for an alternative that fits your needs better. Visit our tool comparison pages to see how different options compare head-to-head.