Kaitai Struct compiler Kaitai Project
winget install --id=Kaitai.StructCompiler -e Compiler for Kaitai Struct, a declarative language used to describe various binary data structures, laid out in files or in memory: i.e. binary file formats, network stream packet formats, etc.
Kaitai Struct Compiler is a tool designed to generate parsers for binary data structures from declarative descriptions. It enables developers to describe complex binary formats in a simple, language-agnostic way and compile them into parsers for multiple programming languages.
Key Features:
- Declarative Language Support: Define binary formats using Kaitai Struct's .ksy files, focusing on the structure rather than parsing logic.
- Multi-Language Compatibility: Generate parsers in C++, C#, Go, Java, JavaScript, Lua, Nim, Perl, PHP, Python, and Ruby.
- Comprehensive Toolset: Includes a compiler, visualizer, IDE, and extensive library of predefined formats for ease of use.
- Open Source & Flexible: Free to use, modify, and extend, with runtime libraries provided for each supported language.
- Cross-Platform Support: Works seamlessly across various platforms and architectures, ensuring consistent parsing behavior.
Audience & Benefit:
Ideal for developers working on cross-platform projects or those who need to handle complex binary data formats. Kaitai Struct Compiler streamlines the process of parser development by reducing repetitive code, improving maintainability, and enabling rapid prototyping. It is particularly beneficial for teams that require consistent parsing across multiple languages, eliminating the need to reimplement parsers from scratch.
The compiler can be installed via winget, ensuring a smooth setup process.