uriexp

uriexp is a command-line utility designed for expanding Uniform Resource Identifiers (URIs). It allows users to simplify or transform URIs based on a set of predefined or custom rules. The primary function of uriexp is to take a complex or encoded URI and render it into a more human-readable or standardized form. This can be useful in various contexts, such as debugging web requests, analyzing log files, or programmatically manipulating URLs.

The tool works by parsing an input URI and applying a series of transformations. These transformations can include decoding percent-encoded characters, resolving relative URIs against a base URI, or even performing more complex substitutions based on pattern matching. uriexp supports various output formats, allowing users to choose how the expanded URI is presented. Its flexibility makes it adaptable to different use cases and workflows.

Users typically interact with uriexp by providing the URI to be expanded as an argument or through standard input. Configuration options allow for customization of the expansion process, such as specifying different rule sets or output preferences. This command-line nature makes it easily integrated into scripts and automated processes. uriexp aims to provide a straightforward and efficient way to handle URI manipulation tasks.