A project to provide a more efficient send_file method for Ruby on Rails’ ActionController by sending files directly via reverse proxy servers. Currently only supports Nginx.
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better_send_file gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 1. It is about 18 years old and has averaged roughly 0 stars a year. It ranks #5,741 among Ruby repositories and #23,235 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
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#100
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better_send_file has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #100. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
better_send_file is an open-source project written in Ruby: A project to provide a more efficient send_file method for Ruby on Rails’ ActionController by sending files directly via reverse proxy servers. Currently only supports Nginx.
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/kete/better_send_file.git
cd better_send_file⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
Ruby >= 3.1 with Bundler
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
better_send_file 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 better_send_file 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 better_send_file using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/kete/better_send_file.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for better_send_file.
Import better_send_file into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `better_send_file --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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does better_send_file do? +
A project to provide a more efficient send_file method for Ruby on Rails’ ActionController by sending files directly via reverse proxy servers. Currently only supports Nginx.
What language is better_send_file written in? +
The primary language is Ruby. Topics include: software.
Is better_send_file actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Aug 26, 2008 with 0 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does better_send_file have? +
better_send_file has 1 stars and 1 forks on GitHub.
How does better_send_file rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 1 stars, kete/better_send_file is ranked #23,235 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #5,741 among Ruby projects.
What license is better_send_file distributed under? +
The repository reports a NOASSERTION license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
