libconfig
A C/C++ library for reading and writing structured configuration files with a simple syntax.
What is libconfig?
libconfig is a C/C++ library for processing structured configuration files. It provides a simple, human-readable configuration format that supports hierarchical data structures like sections, arrays, and lists, allowing applications to manage settings in an organized way without the overhead of more complex formats.
C and C++ developers building applications that require flexible, hierarchical configuration management, particularly those working on embedded systems, servers, or cross-platform software where minimal dependencies are important.
Developers choose libconfig because it offers a lightweight, dependency-free solution for configuration management with a simple syntax that's easier to read and write than XML or JSON, while providing type safety and hierarchical organization that INI files lack.
Overview
C/C++ Library for Processing Structured Configuration Files
Use Cases
Best For
- Managing application settings in C/C++ projects with hierarchical configuration needs
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