C->Haskell simplifies the process of developing Haskell bindings to C libraries by generating an interface. The software generates interfaces that reduce the amount of time and effort necessary to bind C libraries with Haskell.
C->Haskell is an exceptional interface generator that enables simpler development of Haskell bindings to C libraries. The software has a rather unique method of processing existing C header files that ultimately decide the data layout and function signatures on the C side in conjunction with Haskell modules that specify the Haskell-side type signatures and marshaling details.
With hooks embedded in the Haskell code, C->Haskell signals access to C structures and functions, which is then expanded by the interfacing tool. This expansion is dependent on information from the corresponding C header file. One of the noteworthy things about C->Haskell is its lightweight approach, which makes it rather easy to use.
The idea for the tool was developed during the implementation of Gtk+HS, a Haskell binding for the GUI toolkit GTK+. Although this project is no longer under active development, its successor, Gtk2Hs, still relies on C->Haskell.
The generator is implemented using the Compiler Toolkit, particularly the self-optimising lexer and parser combinators of the toolkit. The use of the toolkit successfully simplified the implementation of C->Haskell.
To install C->Haskell, you will need the Glasgow Haskell Compiler installed. Once installed, navigate to the top-level directory, unpack the sources, and run the relevant commands (configure, build, and install).
What’s new in this release of C->Haskell is that it supports GHC 6.4 through to 6.8 and also properly supports OpenBSD and Windows environments. Finally, the documentation has been updated to ensure seamless usage.
With hooks embedded in the Haskell code, C->Haskell signals access to C structures and functions, which is then expanded by the interfacing tool. This expansion is dependent on information from the corresponding C header file. One of the noteworthy things about C->Haskell is its lightweight approach, which makes it rather easy to use.
The idea for the tool was developed during the implementation of Gtk+HS, a Haskell binding for the GUI toolkit GTK+. Although this project is no longer under active development, its successor, Gtk2Hs, still relies on C->Haskell.
The generator is implemented using the Compiler Toolkit, particularly the self-optimising lexer and parser combinators of the toolkit. The use of the toolkit successfully simplified the implementation of C->Haskell.
To install C->Haskell, you will need the Glasgow Haskell Compiler installed. Once installed, navigate to the top-level directory, unpack the sources, and run the relevant commands (configure, build, and install).
What’s new in this release of C->Haskell is that it supports GHC 6.4 through to 6.8 and also properly supports OpenBSD and Windows environments. Finally, the documentation has been updated to ensure seamless usage.
What's New
Version 0.15.1: N/A