hk: A Blazing-Fast Rust-Based Git Hook Manager

2025-02-17

hk, a Git pre-commit hook manager written in Rust, prioritizes performance and ease of use. It addresses shortcomings in existing tools like `mise` and `pre-commit`, such as running tasks only on specific file changes and cumbersome plugin management. Using the pkl configuration format and advanced parallel execution logic, hk significantly improves speed. Compared to `lefthook`, hk boasts superior speed and more built-in features, eliminating the plugin reliance of `pre-commit`. Currently in development, hk aims to achieve parity with `lefthook` and `pre-commit` in usability while continuously enhancing performance and features.

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