Paperclip File Management Plugin with optional support for image width/height stored in database
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#2,298
MOST-STARRED Ruby
| Window | 7 days | 30 days | 90 days |
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| Stars gained | +0 | +10 | +90 |
| Per day | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Forks gained | +0 | +3 | +10 |
paperclip gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 14. It is about 18 years old and has averaged roughly 1 stars a year. It ranks #2,298 among Ruby repositories and #16,850 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
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25
DAYS ON TRENDING
#100
BEST RANK
Dec 29, 2008
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
paperclip has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #100. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
paperclip is an open-source project written in Ruby: Paperclip File Management Plugin with optional support for image width/height stored in database.
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/kennon/paperclip.git
cd paperclip⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
Ruby >= 3.1 with Bundler
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
paperclip 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 paperclip 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 paperclip using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/kennon/paperclip.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for paperclip.
Import paperclip into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `paperclip --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
kennon/paperclip is currently ranked #16,850 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
| Rank | Repository | Language | Stars | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #16,684 | flogic/autochronic | Ruby | ★ 15 | Compare ↗ |
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| #16,684 | KirinDave/fuzed-old | Ruby | ★ 15 | Compare ↗ |
| #16,850 | kennon/paperclip This Project | Ruby | ★ 14 | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does paperclip do? +
Paperclip File Management Plugin with optional support for image width/height stored in database
What language is paperclip written in? +
The primary language is Ruby. Topics include: software.
Is paperclip actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Dec 8, 2009 with 1 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does paperclip have? +
paperclip has 14 stars and 2 forks on GitHub.
How does paperclip rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 14 stars, kennon/paperclip is ranked #16,850 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #2,298 among Ruby projects.
What license is paperclip distributed under? +
The repository reports a NOASSERTION license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
