Docker Compose like process orchestrator for our agents dev environment
Docker Compose for local dev without containers; needs broader adoption beyond agent dev environments.
A lightweight GUI tool that lets you drop in multiple Docker Compose files, manage them in one place, and run any stack with a single click.
Docker Compose dashboard for macOS—centralized multi-project management with live logs.
macOS developers managing multiple Docker Compose stacks locally
Orbstack · Docker Desktop · Lazydocker
I built Compose Launcher because I often work on multiple projects at the same time, each with its own docker-compose setup.
It became difficult to keep track of: • which compose files are running • which ports are already in use • starting/stopping environments across different folders
Compose Launcher provides a small macOS GUI where you can register multiple compose files and manage them from one place.
You can quickly see running services, start/stop stacks, and avoid port conflicts.
The project is still early and I’d really appreciate feedback from people who run many docker-compose environments locally.
Docker Compose for local dev without containers; needs broader adoption beyond agent dev environments.
Portainer alternative keeping compose files on disk with outbound-only agent connectivity.
Project-scoped aliases with keychain secrets, but macOS-only and niche audience.
Ambient audio cues for error rates—leaves app running to hear infrastructure degradation without staring at dashboards.
MCP Server integration brings AI agents to project management — novel for this category.
Metal-based CRT shaders with 8 presets bring authentic retro feel to modern Macs.