Embedding Ruby in the Apache web server
Star History
Momentum
+10
STARS · LAST 30 DAYS
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#149
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 |
mod_ruby gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 30. It is about 18 years old and has averaged roughly 2 stars a year. It ranks #149 among C repositories and #9,564 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
Trending Record
30
DAYS ON TRENDING
#100
BEST RANK
Nov 14, 2008
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
mod_ruby has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #100. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
mod_ruby is an open-source project written in C: Embedding Ruby in the Apache web server.
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/shugo/mod_ruby.git
cd mod_ruby⚙ 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
mod_ruby 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 mod_ruby 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 BSD-2-Clause license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install mod_ruby using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/shugo/mod_ruby.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for mod_ruby.
Import mod_ruby into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `mod_ruby --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
shugo/mod_ruby is currently ranked #9,564 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does mod_ruby do? +
Embedding Ruby in the Apache web server
What language is mod_ruby written in? +
The primary language is C. Topics include: software.
Is mod_ruby actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Oct 29, 2013 with 5 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does mod_ruby have? +
mod_ruby has 30 stars and 8 forks on GitHub.
How does mod_ruby rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 30 stars, shugo/mod_ruby is ranked #9,564 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #149 among C projects.
What license is mod_ruby distributed under? +
The repository reports a BSD-2-Clause license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
