WebAssembly/binaryen
Optimizer and compiler/toolchain library for WebAssembly
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+216
STARS · LAST 30 DAYS
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#1
MOST-STARRED WebAssembly
| Window | 7 days | 30 days | 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stars gained | +49 | +216 | +630 |
| Per day | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Forks gained | +4 | +18 | +45 |
binaryen gained 216 stars in the last 30 days, about 7 a day, and now has 8.6K. It is about 11 years old and has averaged roughly 786 stars a year. It ranks #1 among WebAssembly repositories and #1,099 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
Trending Record
2
DAYS ON TRENDING
#2846
BEST RANK
Oct 2, 2026
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
binaryen has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #2846. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
binaryen is an open-source project written in WebAssembly: Optimizer and compiler/toolchain library for WebAssembly.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in c-plus-plus, compilers, emscripten. 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 WebAssembly 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/WebAssembly/binaryen.git
cd binaryen⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
WebAssembly environment and standard tooling
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
binaryen coordinates its core functionality through a modular WebAssembly 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
Production System Integration
Embed binaryen into WebAssembly backend services to handle core application logic.
CI/CD Automated Pipelines
Run automated validation, builds, and integration suites during deployments.
Developer Tooling & Workflows
Accelerate developer onboarding with pre-configured project utilities.
Open Source Extension
Fork and customize internal modules under the repository's open Apache-2.0 license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install binaryen using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/WebAssembly/binaryen.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for binaryen.
Import binaryen into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `binaryen --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with WebAssembly, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
🏆 Nearby in the Rankings
WebAssembly/binaryen is currently ranked #1,099 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does binaryen do? +
Optimizer and compiler/toolchain library for WebAssembly
What language is binaryen written in? +
The primary language is WebAssembly. Topics include: c-plus-plus, compilers, emscripten, hacktoberfest, webassembly.
Is binaryen actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Oct 2, 2026 with 578 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does binaryen have? +
binaryen has 8,649 stars and 893 forks on GitHub.
How does binaryen rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 8,649 stars, WebAssembly/binaryen is ranked #1,099 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #1 among WebAssembly projects.
What license is binaryen distributed under? +
The repository reports a Apache-2.0 license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
