HoneyryderChuck/httpx
(Mirror) An HTTP client library for ruby
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#612
MOST-STARRED Ruby
| Window | 7 days | 30 days | 90 days |
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| Stars gained | +7 | +10 | +90 |
| Per day | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Forks gained | +1 | +3 | +10 |
httpx gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 244. It is about 8 years old and has averaged roughly 31 stars a year. It ranks #612 among Ruby repositories and #8,683 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
Trending Record
2
DAYS ON TRENDING
#7730
BEST RANK
Oct 3, 2026
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
httpx has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #7730. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
httpx is an open-source project written in Ruby: (Mirror) An HTTP client library for ruby.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in http-client, http2-client, https. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.
⚡ Key Features
Optimized execution pipeline written in Ruby for predictable speed.
Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.
Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.
Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.
Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.
📥 Installation
$ git clone https://github.com/HoneyryderChuck/httpx.git
cd httpx⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
Ruby >= 3.1 with Bundler
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
httpx coordinates its core functionality through a modular Ruby pipeline. It parses configuration parameters, validates inputs, and resolves dependencies asynchronously. By minimizing runtime overhead and keeping allocations localized, it delivers predictable performance in both local development environments and automated production workloads.
🎯 Production Use Cases
Command-Line Automation
Execute automated build, deployment, and maintenance tasks directly from the terminal.
CI/CD Workflow Integration
Run non-interactive validation checks in GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or local pre-commit hooks.
Developer Environment Setup
Standardize local engineering workstations with single-binary utility commands.
Scripting & Pipeline Orchestration
Chain complex multi-stage scripts with reliable error reporting and exits.
🚀 Getting Started
Install httpx using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/HoneyryderChuck/httpx.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for httpx.
Import httpx into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `httpx --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with Ruby, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
🏆 Nearby in the Rankings
HoneyryderChuck/httpx is currently ranked #8,683 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does httpx do? +
(Mirror) An HTTP client library for ruby
What language is httpx written in? +
The primary language is Ruby. Topics include: http-client, http2-client, https, ruby.
Is httpx actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Oct 2, 2026 with 3 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does httpx have? +
httpx has 244 stars and 21 forks on GitHub.
How does httpx rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 244 stars, HoneyryderChuck/httpx is ranked #8,683 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #612 among Ruby projects.
What license is httpx distributed under? +
The repository reports a Apache-2.0 license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
