RPyC

What it is

RPyC is a Remote Procedure Call library that allows you to expose local objects remotely, making them accessible over the network. It's designed with simplicity and transparency in mind, providing a seamless experience for developers working with distributed systems.

RPyC stands out with its simplicity and transparency in providing remote procedure call functionality, making it an excellent choice for developers who need to expose local objects remotely without the complexity of other RPC solutions.

When it fits — and when it doesn’t

Known weaknesses

Each one links to the public issue, changelog or docs page it came from, where we have one.

1. 01

   Limited language support restricts cross-language projects

   RPyC is primarily designed for Python and lacks robust support for other languages, limiting its utility in polyglot environments.

2. 02

   Complex setup for secure connections can be daunting

   Configuring RPyC to use SSL/TLS requires manual configuration and handling of certificates, which can be error-prone and time-consuming.

3. 03

   Performance overhead due to Python's GIL

   RPyC's performance is constrained by the Global Interpreter Lock (GIL) in CPython, potentially leading to slower execution times for CPU-bound tasks.

4. 04

   Documentation lacks depth and examples for advanced use cases

   The official documentation provides basic usage but falls short on detailed explanations of advanced features or troubleshooting common issues.

What it does well

• Transparent and symmetric RPC functionality

• Simplicity in exposing local objects remotely

• Network accessibility for Python applications

Pricing

Free tier

YesOpen source — free to use

Paid from

$0

Model

Flat rate

Enterprise plan

No

Pricing not independently confirmed — check the vendor’s page.