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apache/apr

Mirror of Apache Portable Runtime

C ◇ apr Apache-2.0
★532STARS
⑂219FORKS
!17ISSUES
🏆#3,908GLOBAL RANK
🔥2DAYS TRENDING
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apr gained 13 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 532. It is about 18 years old and has averaged roughly 30 stars a year. It ranks #41 among C repositories and #3,908 across all languages on GitHubRepo.

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apr has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #3601. Below is the 30-day activity profile:

💡 Overview

apr is an open-source project written in C: Mirror of Apache Portable Runtime.

Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in apr. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.

⚡ Key Features

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Optimized execution pipeline written in C for predictable speed.

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Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.

3

Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.

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Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.

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Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.

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Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.

📥 Installation

terminal
$ git clone https://github.com/apache/apr.git
cd apr

⚙ System Requirements

Platforms

  • • macOS
  • • Linux
  • • Windows

Runtime & Dependencies

C99 or C11 compiler with CMake / make

Architecture

x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)

🧠 How It Works

apr coordinates its core functionality through a modular C 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 apr into C 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

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Install apr using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/apache/apr.git`

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Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for apr.

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Import apr into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.

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Execute your test suite or run `apr --help` to verify successful setup.

👍 Strengths

Active community backing with 532 GitHub stars and verified adoption.
Permissive open-source distribution under the Apache-2.0 license.
Built in C for high execution speed and developer familiarity.
Cross-platform compatibility across modern Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Clean modular design allowing flexible configuration and pipeline integration.

⚠️ Considerations

Requires familiarity with C and modern CLI workflows.
Ecosystem extensions may require manual configuration depending on environment constraints.
Active development roadmap means breaking API changes may occur across major versions.

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👥 Who Should Use This

Developers and engineering teams building with C, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.

🏆 Nearby in the Rankings

apache/apr is currently ranked #3,908 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does apr do? +

Mirror of Apache Portable Runtime

What language is apr written in? +

The primary language is C. Topics include: apr.

Is apr actively maintained? +

Yes, the last recorded push was on Aug 7, 2026 with 17 open issues being tracked.

How many stars does apr have? +

apr has 532 stars and 219 forks on GitHub.

How does apr rank among GitHub repositories? +

With 532 stars, apache/apr is ranked #3,908 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #41 among C projects.

What license is apr distributed under? +

The repository reports a Apache-2.0 license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.

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