glsim: A general library for numerical simulation

TL;DR

glsim is a versatile C++ library that simplifies common tasks in numerical simulations, such as parameter management and data I/O, while offering a flexible framework for future extensions.

Contribution

It introduces a general-purpose library that standardizes routine tasks in simulations and supports easy feature addition without disrupting existing structure.

Findings

Provides routines for parameter reading and binary data management.

Offers a flexible framework for extending simulation functionalities.

Enhances code reusability and consistency across simulation projects.

Abstract

We describe glsim, a C++ library designed to provide routines to perform basic housekeeping tasks common to a very wide range of simulation programs, such as reading simulation parameters or reading and writing self-describing binary files with simulation data. The design also provides a framework to add features to the library while preserving its structure and interfaces.