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+51
STARS · LAST 30 DAYS
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#177
MOST-STARRED C++
| Window | 7 days | 30 days | 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stars gained | +14 | +51 | +180 |
| Per day | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Forks gained | +2 | +7 | +18 |
mlx-swift gained 51 stars in the last 30 days, about 2 a day, and now has 2.1K. It is about 3 years old and has averaged roughly 683 stars a year. It ranks #177 among C++ repositories and #2,559 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
Trending Record
1
DAYS ON TRENDING
#3297
BEST RANK
Oct 1, 2026
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
mlx-swift has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #3297. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
mlx-swift is an open-source project written in C++: Swift API for MLX.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in mlx. 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 C++ 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/ml-explore/mlx-swift.git
cd mlx-swift
⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
C++20 compliant compiler (GCC 11+, Clang 13+, MSVC)
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
mlx-swift coordinates its core functionality through a modular C++ 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 mlx-swift into C++ 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 MIT license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install mlx-swift using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/ml-explore/mlx-swift.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for mlx-swift.
Import mlx-swift into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `mlx-swift --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with C++, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
🏆 Nearby in the Rankings
ml-explore/mlx-swift is currently ranked #2,559 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does mlx-swift do? +
Swift API for MLX
What language is mlx-swift written in? +
The primary language is C++. Topics include: mlx.
Is mlx-swift actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Sep 30, 2026 with 63 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does mlx-swift have? +
mlx-swift has 2,050 stars and 361 forks on GitHub.
How does mlx-swift rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 2,050 stars, ml-explore/mlx-swift is ranked #2,559 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #177 among C++ projects.
What license is mlx-swift distributed under? +
The repository reports a MIT license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.