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brew install --cask pluginval v1.0.4

Validate and test audio plugins across platforms to ensure they meet technical standards.

Why you might care

Pluginval is an open-source tool from Tracktion for developers and plugin creators who need to verify that their audio plugins are compatible and function correctly. It automates testing across different platforms and formats, saving time during plugin development and quality assurance before distribution.

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Alternatives

JUCE Blue Cat's PatchWork
182
30-day installs · #959
384
90-day · #1217
673
365-day · #1822

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