libiidot

libiidot is a software library written in the C programming language. Its primary purpose is to facilitate the integration of the .NET Common Language Runtime (CLR) into native C++ applications. This allows developers to leverage the power and features of the .NET ecosystem from within their existing C++ codebases.

The library provides a set of functions and classes that abstract away the complexities of embedding the CLR. This includes functionalities for initializing and shutting down the CLR, loading .NET assemblies, creating instances of .NET objects, and invoking their methods. By using libiidot, C++ developers can call .NET code directly without needing to rewrite their applications in C# or another .NET language.

Key features of libiidot include the ability to manage .NET garbage collection, handle exceptions that occur within the CLR, and perform type conversions between C++ and .NET data types. This interoperability is crucial for scenarios where developers want to gradually migrate existing C++ applications to a .NET environment or when they need to utilize specific .NET libraries within a C++ project. The library aims to simplify the process of cross-language development, enabling a smoother transition and greater code reuse.