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dynatrace-oss/hash4j

Dynatrace hash library for Java

Java ◇ cardinality-estimation Apache-2.0
★158STARS
⑂15FORKS
!4ISSUES
🏆#5,706GLOBAL RANK
🔥2DAYS TRENDING
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hash4j gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 158. It is about 5 years old and has averaged roughly 32 stars a year. It ranks #450 among Java repositories and #5,706 across all languages on GitHubRepo.

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hash4j has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #4739. Below is the 30-day activity profile:

💡 Overview

hash4j is an open-source project written in Java: Dynatrace hash library for Java.

Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in cardinality-estimation, consistent-hashing, data-sketches. 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 Java 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/dynatrace-oss/hash4j.git
cd hash4j

⚙ System Requirements

Platforms

  • • macOS
  • • Linux
  • • Windows

Runtime & Dependencies

JDK 17 or higher (OpenJDK / GraalVM)

Architecture

x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)

🧠 How It Works

hash4j coordinates its core functionality through a modular Java 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 hash4j into Java 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 Apache-2.0 license.

🚀 Getting Started

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Install hash4j using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/dynatrace-oss/hash4j.git`

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Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for hash4j.

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Import hash4j into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.

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Execute your test suite or run `hash4j --help` to verify successful setup.

👍 Strengths

Active community backing with 158 GitHub stars and verified adoption.
Permissive open-source distribution under the Apache-2.0 license.
Built in Java 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 Java 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 Java, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.

🏆 Nearby in the Rankings

dynatrace-oss/hash4j is currently ranked #5,706 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does hash4j do? +

Dynatrace hash library for Java

What language is hash4j written in? +

The primary language is Java. Topics include: cardinality-estimation, consistent-hashing, data-sketches, farmhash, hash.

Is hash4j actively maintained? +

Yes, the last recorded push was on Sep 26, 2026 with 4 open issues being tracked.

How many stars does hash4j have? +

hash4j has 158 stars and 15 forks on GitHub.

How does hash4j rank among GitHub repositories? +

With 158 stars, dynatrace-oss/hash4j is ranked #5,706 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #450 among Java projects.

What license is hash4j distributed under? +

The repository reports a Apache-2.0 license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.

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