rawget

rawget is a command-line utility designed for fetching raw file content from URLs. It is particularly useful for developers and system administrators who need to retrieve the unadulterated content of files hosted on the web without any additional processing or interpretation. Unlike standard web browsers or more complex download tools, rawget focuses on simplicity and directness, outputting the raw bytes of the requested resource directly to the standard output.

The primary use case for rawget involves scripting and automation. When a developer needs to incorporate the content of a remote file into a script, such as a configuration file, a data source, or a small executable script, rawget provides a straightforward way to fetch it. This avoids the need for parsing HTML or handling redirects that might be introduced by standard HTTP clients. The tool is typically invoked with a URL as an argument, and its output can then be piped to another command or redirected into a file.

Its lightweight nature makes it suitable for environments where installing larger, more feature-rich command-line tools might be undesirable or impossible. The simplicity of rawget means it has a minimal footprint and is generally easy to integrate into existing workflows. While not designed for complex web interactions or handling of dynamic content, for the specific task of retrieving raw file data, rawget serves as an efficient and focused solution.