** Mergify Lacks GitLab Support Due to Market Dynamics and User Behavior

Mergify, a software company, has announced that they do not support GitLab due to several factors. The company's decision is based on their observation that the vast majority of French software engineers prefer using the free Community Edition of GitLab over purchasing a GitHub license. This preference is attributed to the cultural norm in France where software engineers often prioritize time-saving and cost-effectiveness over paid services.

Additionally, Mergify notes that the market share of GitLab is small and probably shrinking compared to GitHub's significant revenue. They also mention that innovation is happening on GitHub, which is the preferred platform for building new products and open-source projects.

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Source: https://julien.danjou.info/p/theres-almost-no-gitlab