Harness Internal Developer Portal
A unified platform that empowers developers to build, discover, and manage software.
Overview
Harness Internal Developer Portal is a component of the Harness platform that provides developers with a centralized place to manage their software. It is built on top of the open-source Backstage project, offering a managed and integrated experience. The portal includes a software catalog, software templates for scaffolding, and scorecards to measure maturity, all while being connected to the Harness CI/CD, Feature Flags, and other modules.
✨ Key Features
- Software Catalog (Backstage-based)
- Software Templates & Scaffolder
- Scorecards for service maturity
- Self-Service Workflows
- Integration with Harness platform modules (CI/CD, etc.)
- Technical documentation (TechDocs)
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Fully integrated with the Harness software delivery platform.
- Managed Backstage experience removes operational burden.
- Leverages data from CI/CD pipelines for a richer catalog.
Unique Value: Harness IDP provides a managed, Backstage-based developer portal that is deeply integrated with a best-in-class CI/CD platform, offering a unified experience for the entire software delivery lifecycle.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Providing a developer portal for teams already using Harness for CI/CD.
- A managed Backstage experience without the hosting overhead.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Companies not using or planning to use the broader Harness platform.
🏆 Alternatives
Compared to self-hosting Backstage, Harness IDP is a managed service that is easier to adopt. Compared to other portals, it offers native integration with Harness's powerful CI/CD capabilities.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
Free tier: Free tier for the Harness platform includes IDP features.
📊 Market Info
Total Funding: $425.0M
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