Issue tracking software that support multiple repositories

Question

We are just starting to be using subversion as our SCM software at my job, I would need some advise here.

My project manager would like to use only one instance of a software to manage every projects we have (so we don't want to install a trac instance for each project we start it's kind of an overload).I heard trac can support multiple repositories but it is experimental only and we are looking for something stable.

If subversion is not the way to go (IE: no software available) we might consider to switch to something else (CVS/VSS/Git/etc..) that would have a software that supports this function.

Answer 1

With regard to VCS support from issue tracking software, Subversion is definitely one of your best choices (if not THE best choice, today). Not only is it a solid and popular VCS, but I haven't seen a major issue tracking system that doesn't support Subversion.

I've used a single instance of Jira with multiple projects in Subversion with no trouble. I haven't used Trac so I can't comment on that.

Answer 2

I recommend SourceGear's Fortress. It's free for a single user.

Answer 3

I've used and heartily recommend redmine in this sort of situation. Seamless integration with svn and other source control systems. Multi-project, multi-user, loads of plugs, very flexible ... and I think it looks pretty good too.

I don't use it at the moment and do miss it.

http://www.redmine.org/

Answer 4

http://www.countersoft.com

Their free 5 user license should get you going.