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tinystruct

Active·★ 334·Apache-2.0·Updated 2026-05-27
★ Dev Tooling★ API Integration

A lightweight, modular Java application framework for web and CLI development, designed for AI integration and plugin-based architecture. Enabling developers to create robust solutions with ease for building efficient and scalable applications.

tinystruct is a simple, high-performance Java framework designed for both web and command-line applications. It emphasizes minimal configuration, annotation-based routing, and a built-in lightweight HTTP server for efficient development.

#Java Framework#Web Framework#CLI Tool#High Performance#Minimal Configuration#Annotation-based#Lightweight HTTP Server#Backend Development
$ Install
$ git clone https://github.com/tinystruct/tinystruct.git && cd tinystruct && mvn clean install
↗ Visit site★ GitHub
01

Features

01No `main()` method required for direct CLI execution.
02Unified design for both CLI and Web applications from a single codebase.
03Built-in lightweight HTTP server, removing the need for separate containers.
04Minimal configuration philosophy for increased developer productivity.
05Annotation-based routing for clean and intuitive application development.
02

Compatibility

Java
Runtime
Verified via docs
JDK 17+
Requirement
Verified via docs
Maven
Build Tool
Verified via docs
03

Quick start

1
$ git clone https://github.com/tinystruct/tinystruct.git
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$ cd tinystruct
3
$ mvn clean install
04

Use cases

↳Developing high-performance web applications and APIs.
↳Building robust command-line interface (CLI) tools.
↳Creating hybrid applications combining web and CLI functionalities.
↳Implementing backend services for AI tasks and script automation.
05

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  • S
    Sam NguyenApr 19, 2026

    Web and CLI from the same codebase is a clean design choice.

  • Kendall Lee
    Kendall LeeApr 13, 2026

    Good for Java developers who want minimal overhead for simple services.

  • S
    Sage BrownMar 26, 2026

    Lightweight Java framework that doesn't impose heavy abstractions.

  • R
    Rebel JacksonFeb 27, 2026

    Modular architecture means you take what you need.

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GitHub Stars★ 334
Last commit3d ago
StatusActive
LicenseApache-2.0
CategoryWorkflow Automation
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