Cista++
A simple, high-performance, zero-copy C++17 serialization and reflection library with no dependencies.
What is Cista++?
Cista is a C++17 serialization and reflection library that enables efficient (de-)serialization of native C++ data structures with zero-copy operations. It solves the problem of high-performance data persistence and transfer by allowing direct serialization to memory or filesystem, supporting complex and cyclic data types without requiring intermediate buffers or code generation.
C++ developers working on performance-critical applications such as game engines, GIS systems, network data transfer, or shared memory applications that require efficient serialization of complex data structures.
Developers choose Cista for its raw performance, minimal overhead, and simplicity—offering a single-header, dependency-free solution with support for native structs, automatic hash/equality derivation, and optional integrity checks, making it ideal for high-speed serialization scenarios.
Overview
Cista is a simple, high-performance, zero-copy C++ serialization & reflection library.
Use Cases
Best For
- Asset loading in game development or GIS applications
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