a rule-based script to extract (decompress) any file
Star History
Momentum
+10
STARS · LAST 30 DAYS
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#2,108
MOST-STARRED Ruby
| Window | 7 days | 30 days | 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stars gained | +7 | +10 | +90 |
| Per day | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Forks gained | +1 | +3 | +10 |
ruby-extract gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 6. It is about 18 years old and has averaged roughly 0 stars a year. It ranks #2,108 among Ruby repositories and #11,425 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
Trending Record
22
DAYS ON TRENDING
#100
BEST RANK
Nov 27, 2008
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
ruby-extract has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #100. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
ruby-extract is an open-source project written in Ruby: a rule-based script to extract (decompress) any file.
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/gregwebs/ruby-extract.git
cd ruby-extract⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
Ruby >= 3.1 with Bundler
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
ruby-extract 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 ruby-extract 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 ruby-extract using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/gregwebs/ruby-extract.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for ruby-extract.
Import ruby-extract into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `ruby-extract --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
gregwebs/ruby-extract is currently ranked #11,425 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does ruby-extract do? +
a rule-based script to extract (decompress) any file
What language is ruby-extract written in? +
The primary language is Ruby. Topics include: software.
Is ruby-extract actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Sep 2, 2010 with 0 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does ruby-extract have? +
ruby-extract has 6 stars and 3 forks on GitHub.
How does ruby-extract rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 6 stars, gregwebs/ruby-extract is ranked #11,425 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #2,108 among Ruby projects.
What license is ruby-extract distributed under? +
The repository reports a NOASSERTION license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
