Thin wrapper over OpenSSL's RC4 for Python
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MOST-STARRED C
| Window | 7 days | 30 days | 90 days |
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| Forks gained | +0 | +3 | +10 |
pyrc4 gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 2. It is about 18 years old and has averaged roughly 0 stars a year. It ranks #756 among C repositories and #22,186 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
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20
DAYS ON TRENDING
#100
BEST RANK
Mar 19, 2009
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
pyrc4 has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #100. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
pyrc4 is an open-source project written in C: Thin wrapper over OpenSSL's RC4 for Python.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in C. 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/njoyce/pyrc4.git
cd pyrc4⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
C99 or C11 compiler with CMake / make
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
pyrc4 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 pyrc4 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 NOASSERTION license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install pyrc4 using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/njoyce/pyrc4.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for pyrc4.
Import pyrc4 into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `pyrc4 --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
njoyce/pyrc4 is currently ranked #22,186 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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| #22,186 | njoyce/pyrc4 This Project | C | ★ 2 | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does pyrc4 do? +
Thin wrapper over OpenSSL's RC4 for Python
What language is pyrc4 written in? +
The primary language is C. Topics include: software.
Is pyrc4 actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Mar 19, 2009 with 0 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does pyrc4 have? +
pyrc4 has 2 stars and 0 forks on GitHub.
How does pyrc4 rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 2 stars, njoyce/pyrc4 is ranked #22,186 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #756 among C projects.
What license is pyrc4 distributed under? +
The repository reports a NOASSERTION license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
