zig-cinterop

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the complex task of integrating Zig code with existing C libraries and vice-versa, enabling efficient development in mixed-language projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

• C API Integration: Use @cImport and @cInclude to call C functions and use C types directly within Zig.
• Zig Export to C: Expose Zig functions and data structures for consumption by C code.
• ABI Compatibility: Define extern struct and packed struct to precisely match C memory layouts.
• Header Translation: Utilize translate-c to understand how Zig interprets C headers, akin to bindgen.
• Mixed Builds: Facilitate building projects that combine both C and Zig source files using build.zig.

Quick Start

Use the zig-cinterop skill to call the C function my_c_function from your Zig code.