Binary Parser and Encoder

binary-parser-encoder is a JavaScript/TypeScript library designed for declaratively building binary data parsers and encoders. It stands as a feature-rich fork of the popular `binary-parser` project, notably extending its capabilities by adding an `encode` method to convert JavaScript objects back into binary buffers—a key differentiator absent in the original library. The current stable version, 1.5.3, has recently incorporated updates from the upstream `binary-parser` v1.7.0, ensuring continued compatibility while expanding functionality. The library dynamically generates and compiles parser/encoder code on-the-fly, achieving performance comparable to hand-written implementations. It supports a comprehensive set of data types including 8-bit to 64-bit integers, floating-point numbers, bit fields, strings, arrays, choices, and user-defined structures. Its release cadence is primarily influenced by updates to the upstream `binary-parser` and the ongoing development of its unique encoding features, with an explicit long-term goal of merging these enhancements back into the main project.