wader/fq — Jq for binary formats - tool, language and decoders for working with binary and text formats

Description and use

wader/fq is an open‑source utility that brings the power of jq’s query language to both binary and textual data formats. It provides a flexible language and a collection of decoders that let developers inspect, transform, and extract information from complex binary files (e.g., images, archives, network packets) as easily as they would with JSON. Ideal for developers and data engineers, fq streamlines debugging, analysis, and automation tasks across a wide range of binary protocols.

Problem

wader/fq helps engineers save time in daily development and review loops.

Outcome

Medium: useful for prototypes or internal workflows, with dependency and maintenance checks before production.

Workflow

• speed up developer workflows
• automate local engineering tasks
• improve CI feedback

Evidence

jq for binary formats - tool, language and decoders for working with binary and text formats

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