hellerbarde/stapler
A small utility making use of the pypdf library to provide a (somewhat) lighter alternative to pdftk
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#881
MOST-STARRED Python
| 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 |
stapler gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 295. It is about 17 years old and has averaged roughly 17 stars a year. It ranks #881 among Python repositories and #7,099 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
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#100
BEST RANK
Jul 23, 2009
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
stapler has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #100. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
stapler is an open-source project written in Python: A small utility making use of the pypdf library to provide a (somewhat) lighter alternative to pdftk .
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in pdf, pdf-converter, pdf-document-processor. 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 Python 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
$ pip install stapler
⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
Python >= 3.9, pip, virtualenv
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
stapler coordinates its core functionality through a modular Python 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 stapler into Python 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 stapler using your package manager: `pip install stapler`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for stapler.
Import stapler into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `stapler --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with Python, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
🏆 Nearby in the Rankings
hellerbarde/stapler is currently ranked #7,099 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does stapler do? +
A small utility making use of the pypdf library to provide a (somewhat) lighter alternative to pdftk
What language is stapler written in? +
The primary language is Python. Topics include: pdf, pdf-converter, pdf-document-processor, python.
Is stapler actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Jun 30, 2023 with 38 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does stapler have? +
stapler has 295 stars and 54 forks on GitHub.
How does stapler rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 295 stars, hellerbarde/stapler is ranked #7,099 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #881 among Python projects.
What license is stapler distributed under? +
The repository reports a NOASSERTION license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.