poco ☆
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Description:
C++ class libraries for building network and internet-based applications
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @pocoproject  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: c++ networking libraries cross-platform development
Install: brew install poco
About:
Poco (Portable Components) is an open-source collection of C++ class libraries for simplifying the development of network and internet-based applications. It provides a comprehensive, cross-platform toolkit covering everything from data access and threading to network protocols and cryptography. Its modular design and consistent API help developers build robust, high-performance applications efficiently.
Key Features:
  • Comprehensive networking stack (HTTP, FTP, SMTP, POP3)
  • Cross-platform support (Linux, Windows, macOS, embedded)
  • Modular architecture allowing selective use of libraries
  • Built-in support for XML parsing, databases, and cryptography
Use Cases:
  • Building high-performance network servers and clients
  • Creating cross-platform desktop applications with networking
  • Developing embedded systems requiring robust connectivity
Alternatives:
  • Boost – More comprehensive but heavier and more complex to integrate
  • Qt – Larger framework with GUI focus, Poco is lighter for network tasks
Version History
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Sep 11, 2025 11:20am 0 VERSION_BUMP 53d9aac0
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