What is SWIG FOR LINUX?

SWIG

SWIG is a totally free, open-source tool that helps developers connect their C/C++ applications with other programming languages. Think of it as a handy bridge that lets different languages talk to each other!

What Does SWIG Do?

This command-line program captures the declarations from C/C++ header files and generates the wrapper code needed for various scripting languages to access the underlying C/C++ code. It's designed to make life easier for developers working with multiple languages.

Key Features of SWIG

Here are some cool features that make SWIG really useful:

• Class and structure extension


• Exception handling


• Memory management


• Template instantiation


• Ambiguity resolution


• File import and cross-module linking


• Extended macro handling


• Extensive diagnostics


• Code inclusion

Languages Supported by SWIG

You'll love that SWIG works with a bunch of popular programming languages! Here's a quick list:

• C#


• CFFI


• Pearl, PHP, Python, Ruby, Tcl...


• (and many more!)

No matter your favorite language, there's a good chance SWIG has got you covered.

A Handy Pre-Processor Tool!

This program even comes with a full C pre-processor! It includes things like macro expansion and support for custom type conversions. If you're into coding, you'll appreciate these features!

User-Friendly Command-Line Options!

You can use SWIG right from your command line to generate wrappers for tons of programming languages like JavaScript, Go, and even XML. And if you're ever confused about how to use it, just run the 'swig --help' command in any terminal emulator—super easy!

The Platforms It Runs On!

No worries about compatibility! SWIG runs on all GNU/Linux distributions plus Microsoft Windows and Mac OS X. It supports both 64-bit and 32-bit systems too. Want to know how to install it? Check out the detailed instructions on its homepage! You can find everything you need right here: Simplified Installation Guide.

How Download Works

Go to the Softpas website, press the 'Downloads' button, and pick the app you want to download and install—easy and fast!