glbinding ☆
« Back to VersTracker
Description:
C++ binding for the OpenGL API
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: opengl c++ graphics binding gamedev
Install: brew install glbinding
About:
Glbinding is a lightweight C++ binding for the OpenGL API that utilizes C++11 features to provide type-safe access to OpenGL functionality. It automatically loads function pointers at runtime and offers a single-header extension loading mechanism. The library helps prevent common OpenGL errors by leveraging the C++ type system.
Key Features:
  • Type-safe OpenGL API binding
  • Automatic function pointer loading
  • C++11 based implementation
  • Low overhead compared to alternatives
  • Single-header extension loading
Use Cases:
  • Cross-platform OpenGL application development
  • Modern C++ graphics programming
  • Engine development requiring direct OpenGL access
  • Educational projects learning modern graphics APIs
Alternatives:
  • GLEW – GLEW is more established but lacks modern C++ features and type safety
  • GLAD – GLAD offers similar functionality with web-based generator but different API design
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 11, 2025 5:52pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 5f04cbdc
Oct 27, 2024 3:46pm 0 VERSION_BUMP a974100c
« Back to VersTracker  |  Browse Packages  |  About