Star History
Momentum
+10
STARS · LAST 30 DAYS
1
PER DAY
#164
MOST-STARRED C
| Window | 7 days | 30 days | 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stars gained | +7 | +10 | +90 |
| Per day | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Forks gained | +1 | +3 | +10 |
libgit2 gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 21. It is about 18 years old and has averaged roughly 1 stars a year. It ranks #164 among C repositories and #9,769 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
Trending Record
27
DAYS ON TRENDING
#100
BEST RANK
Nov 24, 2008
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
libgit2 has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #100. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
libgit2 is an open-source project written in C: GitX clone of libgit2.
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/pieter/libgit2.git
cd libgit2⚙ 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
libgit2 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 libgit2 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 libgit2 using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/pieter/libgit2.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for libgit2.
Import libgit2 into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `libgit2 --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
pieter/libgit2 is currently ranked #9,769 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
| Rank | Repository | Language | Stars | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #9,706 | notinferred/keypaste | C# | ★ 22 | Compare ↗ |
| #9,706 | da03/astra-plays-gta | Swift | ★ 22 | Compare ↗ |
| #9,706 | DreamOfXM/diskwise | Swift | ★ 22 | Compare ↗ |
| #9,706 | arinltte/YuE2Mac | Swift | ★ 22 | Compare ↗ |
| #9,706 | struffl/ishizuki | Swift | ★ 22 | Compare ↗ |
| #9,769 | pieter/libgit2 This Project | C | ★ 21 | |
| #9,769 | bigfleet/blanket | Ruby | ★ 21 | Compare ↗ |
| #9,769 | lydgate/git-todo-py | Python | ★ 21 | Compare ↗ |
| #9,769 | bousquet/tableau | Ruby | ★ 21 | Compare ↗ |
| #9,769 | gnu-lorien/crack-attack | C++ | ★ 21 | Compare ↗ |
| #9,769 | mvanholstyn/strac | Ruby | ★ 21 | Compare ↗ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does libgit2 do? +
GitX clone of libgit2
What language is libgit2 written in? +
The primary language is C. Topics include: software.
Is libgit2 actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Nov 24, 2008 with 0 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does libgit2 have? +
libgit2 has 21 stars and 1 forks on GitHub.
How does libgit2 rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 21 stars, pieter/libgit2 is ranked #9,769 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #164 among C projects.
What license is libgit2 distributed under? +
The repository reports a NOASSERTION license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
