# Valuand.rs
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[](https://docs.rs/valuand)
**The value to be carried in Rust.**
> [!TIP]
> 🚧 _We are building in public. This is presently under heavy construction._
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[[Features](#-features)] |
[[Prerequisites](#%EF%B8%8F-prerequisites)] |
[[Installation](#%EF%B8%8F-installation)] |
[[Examples](#-examples)] |
[[Reference](#-reference)] |
[[Development](#%E2%80%8D-development)]
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## ✨ Features
- Implements a universal scalar value (aka variant) type for Rust.
- Integrates with other libraries and frameworks such as [Serde].
- Supports opting out of any feature using comprehensive feature flags.
- Adheres to the Rust API Guidelines in its [naming conventions].
- Cuts red tape: 100% free and unencumbered public domain software.
## 🛠️ Prerequisites
- [Rust](https://rust-lang.org) 1.85+ (2024 edition)
## ⬇️ Installation
### Installation via Cargo
```bash
cargo add valuand
```
## 👉 Examples
### Importing the Library
```rust
use valuand::*;
```
## 📚 Reference
[docs.rs/valuand](https://docs.rs/valuand)
## 👨💻 Development
```bash
git clone https://github.com/dryrust/valuand.git
```
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[Serde]: https://serde.rs
[naming conventions]: https://rust-lang.github.io/api-guidelines/naming.html