Donkey
A modern, Ring-compliant HTTP server and client library for Clojure, built on Vert.x for high performance and ease of use.
What is Donkey?
Donkey is a Clojure library that provides both an HTTP server and client, designed for building high-performance web applications. It is Ring-compliant, allowing developers to use existing Ring handlers and middleware, while leveraging the non-blocking capabilities of Vert.x and Netty under the hood. The library simplifies creating scalable services with features like flexible routing, static file serving, and built-in metrics.
Clojure developers building web services or APIs who need a performant, non-blocking HTTP stack that integrates smoothly with the Ring ecosystem. It's suitable for teams transitioning from other Ring-based servers or starting new projects requiring high concurrency.
Developers choose Donkey for its combination of Ring compatibility and modern async performance. Unlike pure Ring adapters, it provides a unified client-server architecture with non-blocking defaults, comprehensive metrics, and easy integration with routing libraries—all while maintaining a clean, idiomatic Clojure API.
Overview
Modern Clojure HTTP server and client built for ease of use and performance
Use Cases
Best For
- Building high-concurrency REST APIs in Clojure
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