Simple, fast, safe, compiled language for developing maintainable software. Compiles itself in <1s with zero library dependencies. Supports automatic C => V translation. https://vlang.io
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| Window | 7 days | 30 days | 90 days |
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| Stars gained | +22 | +948 | +2.9K |
| Per day | 3 | 32 | 32 |
| Forks gained | +8 | +46 | +115 |
v gained 948 stars in the last 30 days, about 32 a day, and now has 37.9K. It is about 8 years old and has averaged roughly 4.7K stars a year. It ranks #1 among V repositories and #310 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
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DAYS ON TRENDING
#225
BEST RANK
Sep 23, 2026
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
v has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #225. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
v is an open-source project written in V: Simple, fast, safe, compiled language for developing maintainable software. Compiles itself in <1s with zero library dependencies. Supports automatic C => V translation. https://vlang.io.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in compiler, language, programming-language. 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 V 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/vlang/v.git
cd v⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
V environment and standard tooling
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
v coordinates its core functionality through a modular V 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 v into V 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 MIT license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install v using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/vlang/v.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for v.
Import v into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `v --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with V, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
🏆 Nearby in the Rankings
vlang/v is currently ranked #310 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| #305 | stanfordnlp/dspy | Python | ★ 38.4K | Compare ↗ |
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| #310 | vlang/v This Project | V | ★ 37.9K | |
| #311 | eugenp/tutorials | Java | ★ 37.3K | Compare ↗ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does v do? +
Simple, fast, safe, compiled language for developing maintainable software. Compiles itself in <1s with zero library dependencies. Supports automatic C => V translation. https://vlang.io
What language is v written in? +
The primary language is V. Topics include: compiler, language, programming-language, v.
Is v actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Oct 1, 2026 with 88 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does v have? +
v has 37,933 stars and 2,294 forks on GitHub.
How does v rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 37,933 stars, vlang/v is ranked #310 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #1 among V projects.
What license is v distributed under? +
The repository reports a MIT license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
