{"categories":[{"label":"Python Modules","url":"https://skillfed.io/packages/category/software-development-libraries-python-modules/8"},{"label":"Archiving","url":"https://skillfed.io/packages/category/system-archiving"},{"label":"Compression","url":"https://skillfed.io/packages/category/system-archiving-compression"}],"enrichment":{"capability":"Provides utility functions for working with archive files (ZIP, TAR, and related formats) in Python, wrapping and extending standard library archiving operations.","skillfed_tags":["archive-utilities","file-handling"],"use_cases":["Simplify ZIP and TAR file creation and extraction in data processing pipelines.","Reduce boilerplate when archiving directories or file collections in build or deployment scripts.","Add convenience wrappers around shutil archive operations in utility modules or CLI tools.","Handle archive operations with better error handling or additional features than the standard library alone."],"what_it_does":"handy-archives is a lightweight utility library that provides helper functions for working with archive files in Python. It wraps and extends the standard library's archiving capabilities for ZIP, TAR, and related formats, reducing boilerplate when performing common archive operations. The package has no runtime dependencies, making it quick to install and integrate into existing projects.\n\nThe library is actively maintained and supports Python 3.6 through 3.11, including both CPython and PyPy. It's classified as Beta-stage software and includes type hints for better IDE support and code clarity.","worth_installing":"Yes, if you frequently work with archives and want to reduce boilerplate around standard library archiving. The zero-dependency design, permissive license, and active maintenance make it low-risk. However, verify that its specific helpers match your use case\u2014the excerpt does not detail what operations it provides beyond standard tools."},"id":"handy-archives","links":{"html":"https://skillfed.io/packages/handy-archives","md":"https://skillfed.io/packages/handy-archives.md","pypi":"https://pypi.org/project/handy-archives/"},"maintenance":{"status":"active"},"meta":{"latest_release":"2023-07-31","license_spdx":null,"license_treatment":"permissive","name":"handy-archives","python_support":"supports_current","summary":"Some handy archive helpers for Python."},"popularity":{"monthly_downloads":810670,"position":5006,"tier":"top_15000"},"security":{"n_vulnerabilities":0},"version":"0.2.0"}