Password Based Key Derivation Function 2 (PBKDF2) for Ruby
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STARS · LAST 30 DAYS
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#580
MOST-STARRED Ruby
| Window | 7 days | 30 days | 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stars gained | +0 | +10 | +90 |
| Per day | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Forks gained | +0 | +3 | +10 |
pbkdf2-ruby gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 165. It is about 18 years old and has averaged roughly 9 stars a year. It ranks #580 among Ruby repositories and #7,881 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
Trending Record
41
DAYS ON TRENDING
#100
BEST RANK
Jul 15, 2008
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
pbkdf2-ruby has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #100. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
pbkdf2-ruby is an open-source project written in Ruby: Password Based Key Derivation Function 2 (PBKDF2) for Ruby.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in Ruby. 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 Ruby 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/emerose/pbkdf2-ruby.git
cd pbkdf2-ruby
⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
Ruby >= 3.1 with Bundler
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
pbkdf2-ruby coordinates its core functionality through a modular Ruby 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 pbkdf2-ruby into Ruby 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 pbkdf2-ruby using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/emerose/pbkdf2-ruby.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for pbkdf2-ruby.
Import pbkdf2-ruby into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `pbkdf2-ruby --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with Ruby, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
🏆 Nearby in the Rankings
emerose/pbkdf2-ruby is currently ranked #7,881 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does pbkdf2-ruby do? +
Password Based Key Derivation Function 2 (PBKDF2) for Ruby
What language is pbkdf2-ruby written in? +
The primary language is Ruby. Topics include: software.
Is pbkdf2-ruby actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Jun 26, 2014 with 2 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does pbkdf2-ruby have? +
pbkdf2-ruby has 165 stars and 24 forks on GitHub.
How does pbkdf2-ruby rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 165 stars, emerose/pbkdf2-ruby is ranked #7,881 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #580 among Ruby projects.
What license is pbkdf2-ruby distributed under? +
The repository reports a NOASSERTION license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.