A complete binding to the Imlib2 image manipulation library
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| Forks gained | +1 | +3 | +10 |
lua-imlib2 gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 11. It is about 18 years old and has averaged roughly 1 stars a year. It ranks #227 among C repositories and #10,758 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
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#100
BEST RANK
Jul 21, 2008
FIRST APPEARANCE
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lua-imlib2 has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #100. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
lua-imlib2 is an open-source project written in C: A complete binding to the Imlib2 image manipulation library.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in C. 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 C 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/asb/lua-imlib2.git
cd lua-imlib2⚙ 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
lua-imlib2 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 lua-imlib2 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 NOASSERTION license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install lua-imlib2 using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/asb/lua-imlib2.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for lua-imlib2.
Import lua-imlib2 into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `lua-imlib2 --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 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
asb/lua-imlib2 is currently ranked #10,758 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does lua-imlib2 do? +
A complete binding to the Imlib2 image manipulation library
What language is lua-imlib2 written in? +
The primary language is C. Topics include: software.
Is lua-imlib2 actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Oct 12, 2015 with 5 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does lua-imlib2 have? +
lua-imlib2 has 11 stars and 8 forks on GitHub.
How does lua-imlib2 rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 11 stars, asb/lua-imlib2 is ranked #10,758 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #227 among C projects.
What license is lua-imlib2 distributed under? +
The repository reports a NOASSERTION license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
