lua-cmsgpack
A self-contained C implementation of MessagePack serialization for Lua 5.1/5.2/5.3 with no external dependencies.
What is lua-cmsgpack?
lua-cmsgpack is a MessagePack implementation for Lua, written in C as a single self-contained file. It serializes Lua objects (like tables and numbers) into the compact MessagePack binary format and deserializes them back, enabling efficient data storage and transmission. It solves the need for a lightweight, dependency-free serialization library in Lua projects.
Lua developers and C programmers embedding Lua who need efficient binary serialization for data interchange, storage, or network communication in their applications.
Developers choose lua-cmsgpack for its simplicity, portability, and zero dependencies—it's just one C file that works across Lua 5.1–5.3. Its predictable handling of Lua types (like tables as arrays/maps) and safe error modes make it reliable for production use.
Overview
A self contained Lua MessagePack C implementation.
Use Cases
Best For
- Embedding MessagePack serialization in C applications with Lua scripting
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