Ports-like framework for creating binary patches for OpenBSD
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binpatch gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 10. It is about 18 years old and has averaged roughly 1 stars a year. It ranks #5 among Makefile repositories and #10,769 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
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#100
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Apr 22, 2008
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binpatch has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #100. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
binpatch is an open-source project written in Makefile: Ports-like framework for creating binary patches for OpenBSD.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in openbsd, patching. 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 Makefile 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/santana/binpatch.git
cd binpatch⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
Makefile environment and standard tooling
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
binpatch coordinates its core functionality through a modular Makefile 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 binpatch into Makefile 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 binpatch using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/santana/binpatch.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for binpatch.
Import binpatch into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `binpatch --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with Makefile, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
🏆 Nearby in the Rankings
santana/binpatch is currently ranked #10,769 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does binpatch do? +
Ports-like framework for creating binary patches for OpenBSD
What language is binpatch written in? +
The primary language is Makefile. Topics include: openbsd, patching.
Is binpatch actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Mar 21, 2012 with 0 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does binpatch have? +
binpatch has 10 stars and 4 forks on GitHub.
How does binpatch rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 10 stars, santana/binpatch is ranked #10,769 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #5 among Makefile projects.
What license is binpatch distributed under? +
The repository reports a NOASSERTION license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
