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Integrate ARA support into Pulp builds with CMake toggles and adapter bindings.

13|1|Updated Apr 6, 2026
Search Tags:#integration#validation#sdk#plugin#audio#cmake#ara
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npx skills add https://github.com/danielraffel/pulp --skill ara
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Skill: ara
Source: https://github.com/danielraffel/pulp/tree/main/.agents/skills/ara
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/danielraffel/pulp --skill ara

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Integrates optional Audio Random Access (ARA) support into the Pulp framework to enable timeline-aware, non-linear audio editing and document-based audio workflows for plugins and hosts without committing vendor SDKs into the repository.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Developer-supplied SDK setup: Guidance for cloning and verifying the Celemony ARA SDK as an out-of-tree, opt-in dependency.
  • Build and enablement: CMake knobs and build-time guards to enable or disable ARA (PULP_ENABLE_ARA, PULP_ARA_SDK_DIR) and fast-fail on missing headers.
  • Adapter & plugin guidance: Adapter companion factory bindings for CLAP, VST3, and AU plus instructions for subclassing AraDocumentController and translating between Pulp types and SDK structs.
  • Validation & tests: ABI and runtime verification steps, smoke tests, and expectations for factory/controller behavior across hosts.

Quick Start

Build Pulp with ARA enabled by configuring CMake with PULP_ENABLE_ARA=ON and PULP_ARA_SDK_DIR pointing to your cloned external/ara-sdk.

Frequently Asked Questions about ara

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I enable ARA audio editing support in a plugin SDK?▼

To enable ARA audio editing, configure CMake with PULP_ENABLE_ARA=ON and point PULP_ARA_SDK_DIR to your locally cloned Celemony ARA SDK directory before building the Pulp framework.

What is ARA integration for audio plugins and when is it needed?▼

ARA integration enables timeline-aware, non-linear audio editing and document-based workflows between plugins and hosts. It is needed when developing audio software requiring direct, random access to the host's audio data.

Do I need to commit the ARA SDK to my repository to build Pulp plugins?▼

No, the ARA SDK is treated as an out-of-tree, opt-in dependency. Developers must clone and verify the Celemony ARA SDK externally, keeping vendor SDKs out of the main repository.

Does ARA integration work with Logic, Cubase, and Studio One hosts?▼

Yes, ARA integration supports adapter implementation and plugin document-controller development targeting major hosts including Logic, Cubase, Studio One, Reaper, and Bitwig.

How do I validate ARA factory and document controller behavior across hosts?▼

Validate ARA behavior by running ABI verification tests, smoke tests, and runtime factory/controller validation checks to ensure proper document-controller functionality across supported hosts.

Can I use CMake toggles to disable ARA if the SDK headers are missing?▼

Yes, CMake build-time guards use PULP_ENABLE_ARA to toggle support and fast-fail on missing headers, allowing you to disable ARA and build Pulp without the external SDK.

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