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A lua binding to the tinycdb library by Michael Tokarev

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💡 Overview

lua-tinycdb is an open-source project written in C: A lua binding to the tinycdb library by Michael Tokarev.

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

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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.

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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/asb/lua-tinycdb.git
cd lua-tinycdb

⚙ 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-tinycdb 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-tinycdb 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

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Install lua-tinycdb using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/asb/lua-tinycdb.git`

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Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for lua-tinycdb.

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Import lua-tinycdb into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.

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

👍 Strengths

Active community backing with 21 GitHub stars and verified adoption.
Permissive open-source distribution under the NOASSERTION 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does lua-tinycdb do? +

A lua binding to the tinycdb library by Michael Tokarev

What language is lua-tinycdb written in? +

The primary language is C. Topics include: software.

Is lua-tinycdb actively maintained? +

Yes, the last recorded push was on Mar 27, 2017 with 2 open issues being tracked.

How many stars does lua-tinycdb have? +

lua-tinycdb has 21 stars and 8 forks on GitHub.

How does lua-tinycdb rank among GitHub repositories? +

With 21 stars, asb/lua-tinycdb is ranked #9,876 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #164 among C projects.

What license is lua-tinycdb distributed under? +

The repository reports a NOASSERTION license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.

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