This project is an implementation of a physical dynamics environment which can be controlled via OSC, so that audio projects such as PureData can create physical objects in a virtual space, and then let them interact with each other, colliding and otherwise moving around. Data about objects' position and acceleration, for example, can be retrieved and then used to affect some sort of audio synthesis. This repository is a mirror of the main DIMPLE git repository hosted on idmil.org.
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| Per day | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Forks gained | +1 | +3 | +10 |
dimple gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 16. It is about 18 years old and has averaged roughly 1 stars a year. It ranks #1 among Max repositories and #8,650 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
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dimple has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #8002. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
dimple is an open-source project written in Max: This project is an implementation of a physical dynamics environment which can be controlled via OSC, so that audio projects such as PureData can create physical objects in a virtual space, and then let them interact with each other, colliding and otherwise moving around. Data about objects' position and acceleration, for example, can be retrieved and then used to affect some sort of audio synthesis. This repository is a mirror of the main DIMPLE git repository hosted on idmil.org.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in Max. 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 Max 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/radarsat1/dimple.git
cd dimple⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
Max environment and standard tooling
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
dimple coordinates its core functionality through a modular Max 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 dimple into Max 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-2.0 license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install dimple using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/radarsat1/dimple.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for dimple.
Import dimple into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `dimple --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with Max, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
🏆 Nearby in the Rankings
radarsat1/dimple is currently ranked #8,650 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does dimple do? +
This project is an implementation of a physical dynamics environment which can be controlled via OSC, so that audio projects such as PureData can create physical objects in a virtual space, and then let them interact with each other, colliding and otherwise moving around. Data about objects' position and acceleration, for example, can be retrieved and then used to affect some sort of audio synthesis. This repository is a mirror of the main DIMPLE git repository hosted on idmil.org.
What language is dimple written in? +
The primary language is Max. Topics include: software.
Is dimple actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on May 8, 2019 with 6 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does dimple have? +
dimple has 16 stars and 7 forks on GitHub.
How does dimple rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 16 stars, radarsat1/dimple is ranked #8,650 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #1 among Max projects.
What license is dimple distributed under? +
The repository reports a GPL-2.0 license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
