A free and open source library designed to enhance understanding of system call errors.
Libexplain is an exceptional software library that can help you enhance your Unix system call error messages. This application provides a library that can take the confusing and unhelpful error messages your users receive and provide them with a far more informative response.
Although this software application is not technically a drop-in replacement for strerror, it works similarly and comes very close. Every system call differentiates with a libexplain function, which provides detailed and concise explanations of the error.
Ultimately, libexplain provides a much-needed solution for developers who want to provide their users with clear and understandable error messages. This software is easy to use and can make a dramatic difference in the functionality and usability of your application. If you're looking to improve your application's error messages, consider giving libexplain a try.
Although this software application is not technically a drop-in replacement for strerror, it works similarly and comes very close. Every system call differentiates with a libexplain function, which provides detailed and concise explanations of the error.
Ultimately, libexplain provides a much-needed solution for developers who want to provide their users with clear and understandable error messages. This software is easy to use and can make a dramatic difference in the functionality and usability of your application. If you're looking to improve your application's error messages, consider giving libexplain a try.
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