webpy/webpy

web.py is a web framework for python that is as simple as it is powerful.

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webpy/webpy has 5.5k+ stars and 1k+ forks on GitHub, is written in Python, and was last pushed on Sep 9, 2026. Data as of . Signed-in members get hourly updates — create a free account.

Summary Information

Updated 40 minutes ago
Type:FrameworkCategory(s):Backend FrameworksWeb Development
Added to GitGenius on September 11th, 2026
Created on September 29th, 2008
Open Issues & Pull Requests: 54 (+0)
GitHub issues: Enabled
Number of forks: 1,298
Total Stargazers: 5,917 (+0)
Total Subscribers: 325 (+0)

Repository Insights (GitGenius)

Median issue/PR response: 4.1 hours
Mean response time: 25.6 days
90th percentile: 54.2 days
Tracked items: 22

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Open issues: 7
New in 7 days: 0
Closed in 7 days: 0
Avg open age: 436 days
Stale 30+ days: 7
Stale 90+ days: 5

Recent activity

Opened in 7 days: 0
Closed in 7 days: 0
Comments in 7 days: 0
Events in 7 days: 0

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  • cgi module has been removed (8)
  • Bug (2)
  • Improvement (2)
  • Database (1)
  • ci (1)
  • github_actions (1)

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Detailed Description

web.py is a Python web framework designed for simplicity and power in equal measure.

The framework addresses the need for a lightweight yet capable web development tool. It provides developers with a straightforward approach to building web applications without unnecessary complexity, allowing them to focus on application logic rather than framework overhead.

web.py suits developers who prefer minimal, explicit code and want to avoid the verbosity of larger frameworks. It works well for small to medium-sized projects where a lightweight foundation is preferable to an opinionated, batteries-included approach. The framework is particularly appropriate for those building APIs, microservices, or traditional server-rendered applications who value directness and control over convention.

The project maintains active engagement with its community, with maintainers typically responding to new issues and pull requests within a day. Work in the issue tracker centers on addressing compatibility concerns related to removed CGI module functionality, fixing bugs, and implementing improvements to the codebase.