getoptions
An elegant option parser for shell scripts with full support for all POSIX shells.
What is getoptions?
getoptions is an elegant option parser and generator for shell scripts, designed to handle command-line arguments with full support for all POSIX shells. It solves the problem of parsing complex options in shell scripts by providing a DSL-like definition syntax, automatic help generation, and support for both POSIX and GNU-style argument syntax without relying on external commands like `getopt`.
Shell script developers who need robust, portable command-line argument parsing for utilities, tools, or distributed scripts across different POSIX-compliant environments.
Developers choose getoptions for its portability, simplicity, and comprehensive feature set—it eliminates the limitations of traditional `getopt`/`getopts`, supports long options and subcommands, and offers multiple integration modes (command, library, or generator) for flexibility and performance.
Overview
An elegant option/argument parser for shell scripts (full support for bash and all POSIX shells)
Use Cases
Best For
- Parsing command-line arguments in POSIX-compliant shell scripts
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