horacehoff/keel
A fast, statically-typed interpreted language that blends Rust-like syntax with Python's ease of use. 2-10x faster than Python, with type inference, monomorphization, and constant folding.
Star History
Momentum
+10
STARS · LAST 30 DAYS
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#641
MOST-STARRED Rust
| Window | 7 days | 30 days | 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stars gained | +7 | +10 | +90 |
| Per day | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Forks gained | +1 | +3 | +10 |
keel gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 104. It is about 2 years old and has averaged roughly 52 stars a year. It ranks #641 among Rust repositories and #6,686 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
Trending Record
2
DAYS ON TRENDING
#5519
BEST RANK
Sep 27, 2026
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
keel has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #5519. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
keel is an open-source project written in Rust: A fast, statically-typed interpreted language that blends Rust-like syntax with Python's ease of use. 2-10x faster than Python, with type inference, monomorphization, and constant folding.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in compiler, fast, interpreters. 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 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.
📥 Installation
$ cargo install keel⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
Rust toolchain (rustc / cargo >= 1.70)
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
keel 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.
🎯 Production Use Cases
Production System Integration
Embed keel into Rust 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
Install keel using your package manager: `cargo install keel`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for keel.
Import keel into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `keel --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with Rust, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
🏆 Nearby in the Rankings
horacehoff/keel is currently ranked #6,686 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| #6,657 | dorianverlaine/pingclair | Rust | ★ 105 | Compare ↗ |
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| #6,686 | horacehoff/keel This Project | Rust | ★ 104 | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does keel do? +
A fast, statically-typed interpreted language that blends Rust-like syntax with Python's ease of use. 2-10x faster than Python, with type inference, monomorphization, and constant folding.
What language is keel written in? +
The primary language is Rust. Topics include: compiler, fast, interpreters, keel, monomorphization.
Is keel actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Sep 26, 2026 with 2 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does keel have? +
keel has 104 stars and 3 forks on GitHub.
How does keel rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 104 stars, horacehoff/keel is ranked #6,686 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #641 among Rust projects.
What license is keel distributed under? +
The repository reports a Apache-2.0 license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
