The surprisingly performant, Nushell-scriptable, cross.stream-powered, Datastar-ready HTTP server that fits in your back pocket. ๐๐ซ๐๐
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MOST-STARRED Rust
| 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 |
http-nu gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 167. It is about 2 years old and has averaged roughly 84 stars a year. It ranks #722 among Rust repositories and #7,352 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
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๐ก Overview
http-nu is an open-source project written in Rust: The surprisingly performant, Nushell-scriptable, cross.stream-powered, Datastar-ready HTTP server that fits in your back pocket. ๐๐ซ๐๐.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in cli, cqrs, cross-stream. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.
โก Key Features
Optimized execution pipeline written in Rust 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.
๐ฅ Installation
$ cargo install http-nuโ System Requirements
Platforms
- โข macOS
- โข Linux
- โข Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
Rust toolchain (rustc / cargo >= 1.70)
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
๐ง How It Works
http-nu coordinates its core functionality through a modular Rust 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.
๐ฏ Production Use Cases
Command-Line Automation
Execute automated build, deployment, and maintenance tasks directly from the terminal.
CI/CD Workflow Integration
Run non-interactive validation checks in GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or local pre-commit hooks.
Developer Environment Setup
Standardize local engineering workstations with single-binary utility commands.
Scripting & Pipeline Orchestration
Chain complex multi-stage scripts with reliable error reporting and exits.
๐ Getting Started
Install http-nu using your package manager: `cargo install http-nu`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for http-nu.
Import http-nu into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `http-nu --help` to verify successful setup.
๐ Strengths
โ ๏ธ Considerations
โ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
๐ฅ Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with Rust, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
๐ Nearby in the Rankings
cablehead/http-nu is currently ranked #7,352 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| #7,336 | aeshell/aesh | Java | โ 168 | Compare โ |
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| #7,352 | cablehead/http-nu This Project | Rust | โ 167 | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does http-nu do? +
The surprisingly performant, Nushell-scriptable, cross.stream-powered, Datastar-ready HTTP server that fits in your back pocket. ๐๐ซ๐๐
What language is http-nu written in? +
The primary language is Rust. Topics include: cli, cqrs, cross-stream, datastar, event-streaming.
Is http-nu actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Sep 29, 2026 with 5 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does http-nu have? +
http-nu has 167 stars and 13 forks on GitHub.
How does http-nu rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 167 stars, cablehead/http-nu is ranked #7,352 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #722 among Rust projects.
What license is http-nu distributed under? +
The repository reports a MIT license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
