sfsexp
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Description:
Small Fast S-Expression Library
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: c-library s-expression parsing serialization embedded
Install: brew install sfsexp
About:
Sfsexp is a lightweight C library designed for parsing and manipulating S-expressions with high performance and minimal memory overhead. It provides a simple API for reading, writing, and traversing nested data structures commonly used in configuration and data serialization. Its main value proposition is delivering a small footprint and fast execution speed suitable for embedded systems and performance-critical applications.
Key Features:
  • Small memory footprint and lightweight design
  • Fast parsing and processing capabilities
  • Simple C API for easy integration
  • No external dependencies
Use Cases:
  • Parsing configuration files in embedded systems
  • Data serialization/deserialization in C applications
  • Implementing Lisp-like language interpreters
Alternatives:
  • libsexp – Similar functionality but Sfsexp is optimized for speed and minimal resource usage
  • Boehm GC S-Expressions – More heavyweight with garbage collection dependency, while Sfsexp is dependency-free
Version History
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Sep 11, 2025 2:45am 0 VERSION_BUMP 972c530c