Erlang Header File
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General Information
| Title | HRL File Extension |
| Extension | .hrl |
| Full Form | Erlang Header File |
| File Type | Programming File |
| Developer | Ericsson |
| MIME Type | text/x-erlang |
File Function
| Primary Function | Define macros |
| Additional Functions | Include data types |
| Features | Reusable, Modular |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text-based |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Erlang Development | Yes |
| System Applications | Yes |
| Telecom Systems | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Minimal |
| Best Practices | Version control, Documentation |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1986 |
| Latest Version | OTP 24 (2021) |
Associated Types
| Erlang Source | .erl |
| Compiled Code | .beam |
| Erlang Library | .lib |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Erlang/OTP |
Free | Windows, macOS, Linux, UNIX |
 IntelliJ IDEA |
Free, Paid | Windows, macOS, Linux |
 Visual Studio Code |
Free | Windows, macOS, Linux |