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std::tuple like methods for user defined types without any macro or boilerplate code

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pfr gained 37 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 1.5K. It is about 11 years old and has averaged roughly 136 stars a year. It ranks #307 among C++ repositories and #4,029 across all languages on GitHubRepo.

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💡 Overview

pfr is an open-source project written in C++: std::tuple like methods for user defined types without any macro or boilerplate code.

Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in boost, clang, cplusplus. 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

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$ git clone https://github.com/boostorg/pfr.git
cd pfr

⚙ 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

pfr 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 pfr 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 BSL-1.0 license.

🚀 Getting Started

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Install pfr using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/boostorg/pfr.git`

2

Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for pfr.

3

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

4

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

👍 Strengths

Active community backing with 1,491 GitHub stars and verified adoption.
Permissive open-source distribution under the BSL-1.0 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does pfr do? +

std::tuple like methods for user defined types without any macro or boilerplate code

What language is pfr written in? +

The primary language is C++. Topics include: boost, clang, cplusplus, cplusplus-14, cpp.

Is pfr actively maintained? +

Yes, the last recorded push was on Oct 6, 2026 with 44 open issues being tracked.

How many stars does pfr have? +

pfr has 1,491 stars and 176 forks on GitHub.

How does pfr rank among GitHub repositories? +

With 1,491 stars, boostorg/pfr is ranked #4,029 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #307 among C++ projects.

What license is pfr distributed under? +

The repository reports a BSL-1.0 license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.

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