A very simple in-memory implementation of an object cache. Designed to demonstrate various caching algorithms rather than for speed
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simplecache gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 1. It is about 17 years old and has averaged roughly 0 stars a year. It ranks #1,527 among Python repositories and #15,211 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
Trending Record
19
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#100
BEST RANK
Apr 25, 2009
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
simplecache has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #100. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
simplecache is an open-source project written in Python: A very simple in-memory implementation of an object cache. Designed to demonstrate various caching algorithms rather than for speed.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in Python. 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 simplecache⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
Python >= 3.9, pip, virtualenv
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
simplecache 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 simplecache 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 GPL-3.0 license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install simplecache using your package manager: `pip install simplecache`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for simplecache.
Import simplecache into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `simplecache --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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does simplecache do? +
A very simple in-memory implementation of an object cache. Designed to demonstrate various caching algorithms rather than for speed
What language is simplecache written in? +
The primary language is Python. Topics include: software.
Is simplecache actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Apr 25, 2009 with 0 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does simplecache have? +
simplecache has 1 stars and 0 forks on GitHub.
How does simplecache rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 1 stars, pnasrat/simplecache is ranked #15,211 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #1,527 among Python projects.
What license is simplecache distributed under? +
The repository reports a GPL-3.0 license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
