Question 1

How to use update-informer with GitHub releases?

Accepted Answer

Enable the 'github' feature in Cargo.toml and use the GitHub registry in your code. The README shows adding features like 'github' and 'reqwest' for non-default registries, with examples for checking versions.

Question 2

Can I use reqwest instead of ureq with update-informer?

Accepted Answer

Yes, by disabling default features and enabling 'reqwest' in Cargo.toml. The README provides a features table and example to switch HTTP clients, allowing flexibility but requiring configuration changes.

Question 3

How to avoid update-informer spamming the registry API?

Accepted Answer

Use the built-in caching mechanism with configurable intervals. The README explains caching in the local filesystem and how to set intervals or use Duration::ZERO to disable it, balancing network requests.

Question 4

update-informer or writing my own update checker?

Accepted Answer

Update-informer is better for saving time with multi-registry support and minimal dependencies, but if you need highly specific logic or control, a custom solution might be necessary. It's ideal for standard registries without reinventing the wheel.

Question 5

How to integrate update-informer into a Rust CLI application?

Accepted Answer

Add it as a dependency, configure the registry and interval, and call check_version() in your code. The README includes usage examples and details on setting intervals and timeouts for seamless integration.

Question 6

What's the minimum Rust version for update-informer?

Accepted Answer

MSRV is 1.56.1, as stated in the README. This ensures compatibility with older Rust versions but might limit use with newer language features in very recent projects.

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