getoptions

getoptions is a POSIX-compliant shell script library designed to simplify command-line option parsing. It provides an elegant and extensible way to handle both short and long options in shell scripts without relying on external dependencies.

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Fully supports POSIX and GNU-style options
Compatible with various shells including bash, dash, ksh, and zsh
Eliminates the need for manual loops and templates
Lightweight and fast with minimal overhead
Extensible for custom option handling
Released under the CC0-1.0 license

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Operating Systems

Linux, Mac, Windows

Programming Language

Unix Shell

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Unix Shell Parser Generators

Registered

2025-04-28

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An elegant option/argument parser for shell scripts

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