Osls is a command-line tool designed as a maintained fork of the Serverless Framework v3 CLI. It aims to provide compatibility and stability for existing Bref projects that rely on the Serverless Framework v3. This project addresses the need for continued support for Bref users who cannot or do not wish to upgrade to Serverless Framework v4, offering a drop-in solution for those dependent on the v3 environment.
Osls focuses on maintaining backwards compatibility with Serverless Framework v3, ensuring minimal disruption for existing users. It offers a lighter and faster CLI experience by removing obsolete features and dependencies. The repository features up-to-date documentation and addresses security vulnerabilities present in the original v3 release. It receives active maintenance to ensure continued functionality.
- AWS Lambda Runtime Support: Supports current AWS Lambda runtimes compatible with Serverless Framework v3.
- CLI Performance: Offers a lighter and faster CLI compared to the original Serverless Framework v3.
- Dependency Updates: Includes fixes for vulnerabilities in dependencies like micromatch, braces, and tar.
- Plugin System: Supports plugin development for extending the CLI with custom functionalities.
- Configuration Updates: Provides updated documentation and support for Serverless.yml configurations.
- Event Handling: Maintains support for a wide range of AWS events for serverless function triggers.
- Comprehensive Documentation: Offers accessible guides on deployment, packaging, and CLI reference.
Osls is currently maintained to address specific issues and provide continued support for Serverless Framework v3 users. The repository focuses on bug fixes, dependency updates, and documentation maintenance. Community contributions are welcomed for support on language-specific adaptations and adapting to AWS changes. While not actively developing new features, it demonstrates stability for its current scope and usage.
Osls benefits developers using Bref projects that depend on the Serverless Framework v3 CLI, offering a reliable and maintained alternative. It simplifies the transition for users who cannot migrate to Serverless Framework v4, preserving existing workflows and infrastructure. It provides consistent value by minimizing disruption and enabling continued operation of serverless applications.