SilverStripe

Self-Hosted

Open-source CMS for building custom conference management platforms

Overview

SilverStripe is an open-source PHP CMS that enables creating tailored conference management solutions. It supports attendee registration, session scheduling, speaker profile management, venue tracking, and ticket sales integration. Deployable via Docker or LAMP stacks, it works on self-hosted servers or cloud platforms like AWS/Azure. Its flexible architecture allows extending functionality with modules for conference-specific needs, while the intuitive backend lets non-technical teams update agenda, speaker info, and event details easily.

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:
  silverstripe:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: silverstripe
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Custom conference agenda and session management
Attendee registration and profile tracking
Speaker submission and approval workflows
Venue and room allocation tools
Payment gateway integration for ticket sales

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is SilverStripe hard to install for conference management?

SilverStripe can be installed quickly via Composer or Docker. For conference management, you’ll need to add relevant modules (like event management plugins) which may require basic PHP/CMS knowledge, but official docs and community support simplify this process.

? Is SilverStripe a good alternative to Eventbrite for conferences?

Yes—SilverStripe is ideal if you want a custom, self-hosted platform with full branding control. Unlike Eventbrite’s SaaS model, it lets you own your data, though you’ll need to build or integrate ticketing/registration features which are pre-built in Eventbrite.

? Is SilverStripe completely free for conference management?

SilverStripe CMS itself is free (MIT license). However, you may incur costs for hosting, custom development, or premium modules needed for advanced conference functionalities like automated reminders or analytics.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Conference Management

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Self-hosted for full data privacy and control
⊕ Extensible via modules to add conference-specific features
⊕ User-friendly CMS backend for non-technical admins
⊕ Open-source (MIT license) with no licensing fees

Cons

⊖ Requires PHP server setup and regular maintenance
⊖ Steeper learning curve for building custom conference modules
⊖ May need third-party plugins for advanced features like live streaming
⊖ Less out-of-the-box conference features compared to dedicated SaaS tools