box/spout
A server-side entry in TopGit's GitHub warehouse: box/spout, 4.2k stars, Backend, PHP. Read and write spreadsheet files (CSV, XLSX and ODS), in a fast and scalable way
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How active is development on box/spout?
The most recent commit recorded on box/spout was 4.2 years ago, based on the GitHub push timestamp. The repository has 638 forks — one of the better signals of community interest.
How many stars does box/spout have?
box/spout has 4.2k GitHub stars — refresh the page for the live number, or check github.com/box/spout. TopGit mirrors GitHub's count but does not claim minute-by-minute accuracy.
What language is box/spout written in?
box/spout is written primarily in PHP. GitHub's language field is based on the largest share of bytes in the default branch.
What license does box/spout use?
box/spout is released under the Apache-2.0 license. Always verify the LICENSE file directly on GitHub for the authoritative terms — license strings can be edited out of sync with a project's actual stance.
What topics is box/spout associated with?
GitHub's repository topics for box/spout: "csv", "fast", "memory-efficient", "ods", "php", "reader", "scalable", "spreadsheet", "writer", "xlsx". TopGit's editorial category is Backend.
Where can I see box/spout in action?
The project maintains a homepage at http://opensource.box.com/spout/. The README tab on this page also usually contains screenshots and a quickstart.
Where do I read more about box/spout?
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Is spout worth your time?
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