Distributed structured data interface inspired by Google's BigTable
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MOST-STARRED C++
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| Stars gained | +7 | +10 | +90 |
| Per day | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Forks gained | +1 | +3 | +10 |
kdi gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 45. It is about 18 years old and has averaged roughly 3 stars a year. It ranks #565 among C++ repositories and #8,364 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
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#2881
BEST RANK
Sep 24, 2026
FIRST APPEARANCE
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STATUS TODAY
kdi has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #2881. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
kdi is an open-source project written in C++: Distributed structured data interface inspired by Google's BigTable.
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/bluefish/kdi.git
cd kdi⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
C++20 compliant compiler (GCC 11+, Clang 13+, MSVC)
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
kdi 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 kdi 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 GPL-2.0 license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install kdi using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/bluefish/kdi.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for kdi.
Import kdi into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `kdi --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
bluefish/kdi is currently ranked #8,364 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does kdi do? +
Distributed structured data interface inspired by Google's BigTable
What language is kdi written in? +
The primary language is C++. Topics include: software.
Is kdi actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Jun 17, 2009 with 0 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does kdi have? +
kdi has 45 stars and 8 forks on GitHub.
How does kdi rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 45 stars, bluefish/kdi is ranked #8,364 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #565 among C++ projects.
What license is kdi distributed under? +
The repository reports a GPL-2.0 license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
