authorize
A rule-based authorization library for Elixir applications using a declarative DSL to define and evaluate access control rules.
What is authorize?
Authorize is an Elixir library that provides a flexible, rule-based authorization system for controlling access to resources in an application. It allows developers to define authorization rules using a clean DSL, which are evaluated sequentially to grant or deny permissions based on actions, actors, and resource states. The library emphasizes clarity and maintainability by centralizing authorization logic in a declarative manner.
Elixir developers building applications that require fine-grained access control, such as web applications with user roles and permissions, particularly those using Ecto for data handling.
Developers choose Authorize for its declarative rule DSL that simplifies writing and maintaining authorization logic, sequential rule evaluation for clear control flow, and built-in Ecto integration for seamless work with structs and changesets. It reduces boilerplate and provides descriptive error messages for better debugging.
Overview
Rule based authorization for Elixir
Use Cases
Best For
- Implementing role-based access control (RBAC) in Elixir applications, such as distinguishing between normal users, admins, and super admins.
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