README
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RePipe
RePipe is a lightweight and efficient Golang-based HTTP proxy service designed to relay and facilitate the flow of HTTP traffic between clients and servers. It acts as an intermediary, providing a flexible and customizable solution for routing, forwarding, and managing HTTP requests and responses. Features
- Proxy Routing: Easily configure rules to route HTTP requests to different backend servers based on various criteria such as URL patterns, headers, or IP addresses.
- Load Balancing: Distribute incoming traffic across multiple backend servers using different load balancing strategies (round-robin, least connections, etc.).
- Caching: Improve performance by caching frequently accessed responses, reducing the load on backend servers.
- Filtering and Transformation: Modify HTTP requests and responses on-the-fly by applying filters, rewriting headers, or transforming content.
- Authentication and Authorization: Implement authentication and authorization mechanisms to secure access to backend services.
- Logging and Monitoring: Comprehensive logging and monitoring capabilities to track and analyze HTTP traffic.
But, what about Nginx?
While Nginx is a powerful web server, its complexity can be overwhelming, especially for small-scale deployments. RePipe aims to provide a simpler, more lightweight alternative that focuses on the core functionality of an HTTP proxy without the additional features and complexity of a full-fledged web server like Nginx.
Development
Build
# If golang is missing then install go using the helper script.
$>sh setup_go.sh
Then build the Program
$>make default
(or make osx, or make windows)
# All builds are located under `builds` folder
Install (Only supported for Linux)
$>sudo make install
Installation will create a file /etc/repipe/app.env.
Edit this file for the DOMAINS you wish to serve.
Where are my logs?
Logs are located under /var/log/repipe/repipe.log
Is it Fast?
We don't know, you can run tests! Send a PR with numbers. But, it is easy to configure and gets the job done.
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