What is github-linguist?
github-linguist is a gems that We use this library at GitHub to detect blob languages, highlight code, ignore binary files, suppress generated files in diffs, and generate language breakdown graphs.. It has a Nerq Trust Score of 68/100 (B-). 0 GitHub stars. Published by GitHub. Last analyzed August 2026.
Why This Score
- ⚠️ Security: 0/100 — Some security concerns
- ⚠️ Maintenance: 0/100 — Maintenance activity is low
- ⚠️ Community: 0 stars, 0 downloads — Growing community
- ⚠️ Transparency: License: Not specified — No license specified
Trust & Safety Overview
What github-linguist Does
github-linguist is a gems in the gems category. We use this library at GitHub to detect blob languages, highlight code, ignore binary files, suppress generated files in diffs, and generate language breakdown graphs.. It is published by GitHub and has no specified license. With 0 GitHub stars and 0 downloads, it has a small community of users and contributors.
Who Should Use github-linguist
github-linguist is suitable for evaluation and non-critical use. Review the trust score breakdown before using in production.
Details
| Author | GitHub |
|---|---|
| Category | gems |
| License | Not specified |
| Type | gems |
| Source | View on GitHub |
| Security Score | 0/100 |
| Activity Score | 0/100 |
How to Get Started
Check the trust score before installing:
curl nerq.ai/v1/preflight?target=github-linguist
Setup guide · Full safety report · Production review · Is it safe?
Frequently Asked Questions
Last updated August 2026. Trust scores based on automated analysis of public data.