Gum Swamp Software

Open-source tools from the Carolina lowcountry

About

Gum Swamp Software (GSS) is an independent software company based in Beaufort, South Carolina. We build open-source tools and applications that solve real problems while maintaining technical excellence.

Our name reflects our roots—the blackwater cypress swamps of the Carolina coast. Like those resilient ecosystems, we build software that stands the test of time: robust, efficient, and sustainable.

Our mission: Create sustainable open-source software that solves real-world problems while maintaining technical excellence and community engagement.

Lazarus

A PyPI-compatible proxy that automatically fixes Python packages broken by Python 3.14 incompatibilities. Fetches packages from PyPI, applies fixes, and serves them transparently—no configuration needed.

500k+ Packages processed
88% Success rate
22 Auto-fix types

Quick Start

Replace your PyPI index with Lazarus:

pip install --index-url https://lazaruspy.org/simple/ your-package

Or configure globally in pip.conf:

[global]
index-url = https://lazaruspy.org/simple/
extra-index-url = https://pypi.org/simple/
Package Index → GitHub →

Llamaste

A bootable Linux OS where a large language model runs as PID 1. Open-source, Apache 2.0 licensed. Run LLMs on bare metal with zero configuration.

Llamaste brings the power of modern LLMs to any x86-64 machine. Boot from USB, start generating, and forget about complex setup procedures. Perfect for development, testing, or running your own AI assistant.

Features

  • Pre-configured LLM runtime (PID 1)
  • Simple web interface for interaction
  • Model swapping without reinstallation
  • Lightweight, runs on minimal hardware

Status: Active Development

GitHub →

Support Our Work

GSS projects are free and open-source. Your support helps us maintain existing tools, develop new ones, and keep the community thriving.

GitHub Sponsors

Recurring monthly support. Perfect for individuals and organizations who want to help us consistently.

Sponsor on GitHub →

Ko-fi

One-time donations. Buy us a coffee or fund a specific feature.

Buy us a Coffee →

Open Collective

Transparent funding. All contributions are publicly tracked and used for project development.

Join Open Collective →

Other Ways to Help

Questions? hello@gumswampsoftware.com