nix-community/NUR
Nix User Repository: User contributed nix packages [maintainer=@Pandapip1]
Star History
Momentum
+49
STARS · LAST 30 DAYS
2
PER DAY
#255
MOST-STARRED Python
| Window | 7 days | 30 days | 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stars gained | +14 | +49 | +180 |
| Per day | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Forks gained | +3 | +11 | +27 |
NUR gained 49 stars in the last 30 days, about 2 a day, and now has 2K. It is about 9 years old and has averaged roughly 217 stars a year. It ranks #255 among Python repositories and #1,904 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
Trending Record
2
DAYS ON TRENDING
#2032
BEST RANK
Sep 27, 2026
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
NUR has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #2032. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
NUR is an open-source project written in Python: Nix User Repository: User contributed nix packages [maintainer=@Pandapip1].
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in nix-packages, nixpkgs, nur. 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 Python 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
$ pip install NUR⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
Python >= 3.9, pip, virtualenv
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
NUR coordinates its core functionality through a modular Python 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 NUR into Python 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 NUR using your package manager: `pip install NUR`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for NUR.
Import NUR into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `NUR --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with Python, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
🏆 Nearby in the Rankings
nix-community/NUR is currently ranked #1,904 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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| #1,904 | nix-community/NUR This Project | Python | ★ 2K | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does NUR do? +
Nix User Repository: User contributed nix packages [maintainer=@Pandapip1]
What language is NUR written in? +
The primary language is Python. Topics include: nix-packages, nixpkgs, nur, overlays.
Is NUR actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Sep 27, 2026 with 33 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does NUR have? +
NUR has 1,957 stars and 538 forks on GitHub.
How does NUR rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 1,957 stars, nix-community/NUR is ranked #1,904 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #255 among Python projects.
What license is NUR distributed under? +
The repository reports a MIT license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
