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A simple, standardized interface library to Erlang HTTP Servers.

Erlang ◇ cowboy MIT
★113STARS
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simple_bridge gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 113. It is about 17 years old and has averaged roughly 7 stars a year. It ranks #17 among Erlang repositories and #10,286 across all languages on GitHubRepo.

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💡 Overview

simple_bridge is an open-source project written in Erlang: A simple, standardized interface library to Erlang HTTP Servers.

Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in cowboy, erlang, inets. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.

⚡ Key Features

1

Optimized execution pipeline written in Erlang for predictable speed.

2

Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.

3

Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.

4

Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.

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Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.

6

Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.

📥 Installation

terminal
$ git clone https://github.com/nitrogen/simple_bridge.git
cd simple_bridge

⚙ System Requirements

Platforms

  • • macOS
  • • Linux
  • • Windows

Runtime & Dependencies

Erlang environment and standard tooling

Architecture

x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)

🧠 How It Works

simple_bridge coordinates its core functionality through a modular Erlang 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 simple_bridge into Erlang 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

1

Install simple_bridge using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/nitrogen/simple_bridge.git`

2

Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for simple_bridge.

3

Import simple_bridge into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.

4

Execute your test suite or run `simple_bridge --help` to verify successful setup.

👍 Strengths

Active community backing with 113 GitHub stars and verified adoption.
Permissive open-source distribution under the MIT license.
Built in Erlang for high execution speed and developer familiarity.
Cross-platform compatibility across modern Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Clean modular design allowing flexible configuration and pipeline integration.

⚠️ Considerations

Requires familiarity with Erlang and modern CLI workflows.
Ecosystem extensions may require manual configuration depending on environment constraints.
Active development roadmap means breaking API changes may occur across major versions.

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👥 Who Should Use This

Developers and engineering teams building with Erlang, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.

🏆 Nearby in the Rankings

nitrogen/simple_bridge is currently ranked #10,286 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does simple_bridge do? +

A simple, standardized interface library to Erlang HTTP Servers.

What language is simple_bridge written in? +

The primary language is Erlang. Topics include: cowboy, erlang, inets, mochiweb, websocket.

Is simple_bridge actively maintained? +

Yes, the last recorded push was on Jul 27, 2026 with 17 open issues being tracked.

How many stars does simple_bridge have? +

simple_bridge has 113 stars and 75 forks on GitHub.

How does simple_bridge rank among GitHub repositories? +

With 113 stars, nitrogen/simple_bridge is ranked #10,286 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #17 among Erlang projects.

What license is simple_bridge distributed under? +

The repository reports a MIT license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.

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