A Lua implementation of the XmlReader API using libxml2
Star History
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#223
MOST-STARRED C
| 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 |
lua-xmlreader 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 #223 among C repositories and #10,642 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
Trending Record
24
DAYS ON TRENDING
#100
BEST RANK
Aug 2, 2008
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
lua-xmlreader has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #100. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
lua-xmlreader is an open-source project written in C: A Lua implementation of the XmlReader API using libxml2.
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-xmlreader.git
cd lua-xmlreader⚙ 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-xmlreader 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-xmlreader 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-xmlreader using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/asb/lua-xmlreader.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for lua-xmlreader.
Import lua-xmlreader into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `lua-xmlreader --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-xmlreader is currently ranked #10,642 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does lua-xmlreader do? +
A Lua implementation of the XmlReader API using libxml2
What language is lua-xmlreader written in? +
The primary language is C. Topics include: software.
Is lua-xmlreader actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Dec 27, 2016 with 3 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does lua-xmlreader have? +
lua-xmlreader has 11 stars and 5 forks on GitHub.
How does lua-xmlreader rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 11 stars, asb/lua-xmlreader is ranked #10,642 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #223 among C projects.
What license is lua-xmlreader distributed under? +
The repository reports a NOASSERTION license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
