Purple launches Netforge, a free WiFi engineering toolkit that replaces paid subscriptions and scattered open-source apps

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady discusses the latest innovation from Purple, a WiFi Software as a Service company and certified B Corporation. Purple has launched Netforge, a groundbreaking free WiFi engineering toolkit designed to revolutionize how network engineers plan, deploy, and debug WiFi networks. This suite of 19 browser-based tools is available at no cost, with no sign-up required and nothing stored, offering a consolidated solution for engineers who typically rely on a mix of paid applications and scattered open-source tools. The toolkit covers various categories, including Internet Protocol addressing, Domain Name System, WiFi deployment, connectivity, security, and general utilities, making it a comprehensive resource for both technical and non-technical users. Netforge is designed to be user-friendly, providing plain-language results for quick checks and detailed reports for Information Technology and network teams. The tools are vendor-agnostic and can be used alongside networks running on major platforms like Cisco Meraki, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Aruba, Ruckus, and Juniper Mist. Alex Mumford, Support and Systems Engineer at Purple and lead developer on Netforge, emphasizes the simplicity and efficiency of having all necessary tools in one interface, benefiting both technical and non-technical users. Netforge is free to use now, offering a seamless experience for engineers working on client sites and secure networks without the need for data storage or account creation. For more information, visit Purple's website.