Project Description: uutils coreutils

What is the project about?

uutils coreutils is a cross-platform reimplementation of the GNU coreutils written in Rust. It aims to provide a drop-in replacement for the GNU utilities, making them available on various operating systems.

What problem does it solve?

It provides a consistent set of core utilities across different platforms (Linux, Mac, Windows, etc.), ensuring that scripts and workflows can be easily transferred and executed without platform-specific modifications.

What are the features of the project?

• Reimplementation of most GNU coreutils.
• Cross-platform compatibility.
• Multicall (BusyBox-type) binary or individual binaries.
• Shell completions (bash, elvish, fish, powershell, zsh).
• Manpages.

What are the technologies used in the project?

• Rust (programming language)
• Cargo (Rust's package manager)
• GNU Make (optional build system)

What are the benefits of the project?

• Cross-platform compatibility: Use the same utilities across different operating systems.
• Portability: Scripts can be easily transferred between platforms.
• Rust-based: Potentially benefits from Rust's memory safety and performance.
• Drop-in replacement: Aims for compatibility with GNU coreutils, minimizing the need to learn new commands or syntax.

What are the use cases of the project?

• Replacing GNU coreutils on systems where they are not available or desired.
• Developing and running cross-platform scripts and applications.
• Providing a consistent environment for users working across different operating systems.
• Embedded systems or environments where a smaller, Rust-based implementation is preferred.