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Likely abandoned plans of a free and open source alternative to WHMCS

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xBilling: Free and Open Source Alternative to WHMCS

xBilling is an client area and account management system for cPanel WHM, Plesk, and MyOwnFreeHost (MOFH). Please note that xBilling is not a web hosting service. It is currently in development.

Features

  • User management
  • Theme management
  • Support tickets
  • Administrative backend
  • Integration with:
    • MOFH, cPanel WHM, Plesk (coming soon)
    • Captcha support from Google reCAPTCHA, CryptoLoot, hCaptcha, Cloudflare Turnstile (coming soon)
    • Integration for GoGetSSL, Site.pro, Wayback Machine, SMTP (coming soon)
  • Update manager
  • Multi-lingual support

SMTP Services

Here are some widely used SMTP services that are compatible with xBilling:

xBilling Development Roadmap

Phase 1: Project Initiation (Months 1-2)

  1. Define Objectives and Goals (Month 1):

    • Clearly outline the objectives of xBilling, including support for cPanel WHM, Plesk, and VistaPanel.
    • Identify specific goals and key performance indicators (KPIs) for success.

  2. Team Formation and Roles (Month 1):

    • Assemble a development team with the necessary skills.
    • Assign roles and responsibilities.

  3. Market Research and Analysis (Months 1-2):

    • Conduct in-depth research to understand user needs and preferences.
    • Analyze the competition to identify gaps and opportunities.

  4. Hire Logo Designer (Month 2):

    • Search for and hire a professional logo designer who can create a unique and memorable logo for GeneratePanel.

Phase 2: Planning and Design (Months 3-5)

  1. Detailed Feature Planning (Months 3-4):

    • Define the scope of features and functionalities for cPanel WHM, Plesk, and VistaPanel integration.
    • Create a feature backlog and prioritize items.

  2. User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) Design (Month 4-5):

    • Collaborate with designers to create wireframes and mockups.
    • Review and iterate on UI/UX designs based on feedback.

Phase 3: Development (Months 6-12)

  1. Backend Development (Months 6-8):

    • Begin developing the backend infrastructure and integration with cPanel WHM, Plesk, and VistaPanel.
    • Implement user authentication, security measures, and API interactions.

  2. Frontend Development (Months 9-12):

    • Develop the user interface for xBilling.
    • Ensure cross-platform compatibility and responsive design.

Phase 4: Testing and Quality Assurance (Months 13-16)

  1. Alpha Testing (Months 13-14):

    • Conduct internal testing to identify and resolve bugs and issues.

  2. Beta Testing (Months 15-16):

    • Invite a limited number of external users to participate in beta testing.
    • Gather feedback and make necessary improvements.

Phase 5: Launch and Deployment (Month 17)

  1. Pre-Launch Preparation (Month 17):

    • Prepare all necessary documentation, including user guides and FAQs.
    • Set up hosting infrastructure for GeneratePanel.

  2. Official Launch (Month 17):

    • Launch xBilling to the public.
    • Monitor server performance and user feedback closely.

Phase 6: Post-Launch and Ongoing Development (Months 18+)

  1. Logo Design (Months 18-19):

    • Collaborate with the logo designer to create a visually appealing and memorable logo for GeneratePanel.

  2. User Support and Feedback (Ongoing):

    • Provide customer support and address user inquiries and issues.
    • Continuously gather user feedback for future improvements.

  3. Iterative Development (Ongoing):

    • Plan and implement updates and new features based on user needs and market trends.

  4. Marketing and Promotion (Ongoing):

    • Continue marketing efforts to expand your user base and increase awareness.

  5. Community Engagement (Ongoing):

    • Foster a community around GeneratePanel, encouraging contributions and collaboration.

GeneratePanel is an upcoming project that aims to provide an enhanced and feature-rich experience for managing hosting services. Stay tuned for updates as we work diligently to develop GeneratePanel into a comprehensive platform. We appreciate your interest and support in this project.