ferrumc Ferrum-Language

Ferrumc is a systems programming tool designed to provide compile-time memory safety with familiar C syntax.

Key Features:

• C Syntax: Leverages a familiar syntax for ease of use and quick adoption.
• LLVM 18 Backend: Compiles to native code, ensuring high performance and compatibility.
• Compile-Time Memory Safety: Utilizes a borrow checker and ownership model to prevent common bugs at compile time.
• Ownership & Move Semantics: Ensures safe resource management with automatic memory handling.
• Unsafe Blocks: Allows controlled use of raw pointers for specific operations, flagged by the compiler.
• C Interoperability: Seamless integration with C code, enabling use of existing libraries and functions.
• Single Binary Requirement: No additional dependencies or setup needed beyond the ferrumc binary.

Audience & Benefits: Ideal for developers seeking both performance and safety in systems programming. Ferrumc offers zero-cost abstractions, eliminating runtime overhead while ensuring memory safety. It is perfect for those who need to maintain high performance without compromising on code safety. The tool also benefits users with existing C codebases by allowing seamless integration and continuation of their projects.

Installation: Ferrumc can be installed via winget, making it accessible and easy to set up across supported platforms.