Digiscreen

Self-Hosted

Open-source digital learning platform for interactive courses

Overview

Digiscreen is an open-source learning management system (LMS) for educators and organizations to create, host, and deliver engaging courses. It includes video lectures, quiz builders, assignment portals, and student progress dashboards. Multi-instructor access, role-based permissions, and customizable templates are core features. Deployment is simplified via Docker compose, enabling self-hosting for full data control. Integrate with tools like Google Classroom for extended functionality—ideal for schools or corporate training seeking a privacy-focused alternative to proprietary LMS platforms.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  digiscreen:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: digiscreen
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Interactive course builder with video/quiz support
Student progress tracking & analytics
Multi-instructor role management
Docker-based self-hosting setup

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Digiscreen hard to install?

Digiscreen uses Docker compose for deployment, which is straightforward for users familiar with containers. Basic server administration skills are needed, but detailed setup guides in the GitHub repo help simplify the process for beginners.

? Is it a good alternative to Blackboard Learn?

Yes—Digiscreen offers core LMS features like course creation and progress tracking for free, unlike Blackboard’s paid plans. It prioritizes data privacy via self-hosting, though Blackboard has more enterprise-grade integrations.

? Is it completely free?

Digiscreen is 100% open source under the MIT License. There are no license fees, and you can modify or self-host it without cost. Third-party support or customizations may have fees, but the core software is free.

Top Alternatives

Blackboard Learn Search Google

Teachable Search Google

Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Learning and Courses

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Full data ownership via self-hosting
⊕ No recurring subscription fees
⊕ Customizable course templates

Cons

⊖ Requires basic Docker/server knowledge
⊖ Fewer enterprise integrations than SaaS tools
⊖ Smaller community than established LMS platforms