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torvalds/pesconvert

Analysis updated 2026-07-17 · repo last pushed 2022-12-22

★ 562CAudience · generalComplexity · 2/5DormantSetup · moderate

TLDR

A lightweight C command-line tool that converts Brother PES embroidery machine files into more universal formats like SVG so designs can be edited or shared elsewhere.

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    What it does
      Reads PES files
      Extracts stitch data
      Outputs SVG
    How it works
      Parses binary format
      Written in C
      Lightweight and fast
    Use cases
      Share embroidery designs
      Edit in other software
      Convert between machines
    Audience
      Hobbyist embroiderers
      Developers
      Terminal users

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What do people build with it?

USE CASE 1

Convert a Brother PES embroidery file into SVG so it can be edited in standard graphics software.

USE CASE 2

Share an embroidery design with someone who doesn't own a Brother machine.

USE CASE 3

Programmatically process PES files as part of a custom embroidery tool or website.

USE CASE 4

Convert an embroidery design between different machine formats.

What is it built with?

CSVG

How does it compare?

torvalds/pesconvertammarkov/sam3dbody-cpp0xdeadbeefnetwork/ssh-keysign-pwn
Stars562563514
LanguageCCC
Last pushed2022-12-22——
MaintenanceDormant——
Setup difficultymoderatehardmoderate
Complexity2/55/54/5
Audiencegeneralresearcherresearcher

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How do you get it running?

Difficulty · moderate Time to first run · 30min

Command-line only with no detailed usage docs in the README, expect to inspect the source to confirm supported output formats.

Copy-paste prompts

Prompt 1
Help me build and run pesconvert from source so I can convert my Brother PES embroidery file to SVG.
Prompt 2
Explain how the PES binary format is structured so I can understand what pesconvert is parsing.
Prompt 3
Show me how to write a script that batch-converts a folder of PES files using pesconvert.
Prompt 4
Help me extend pesconvert to support an additional output embroidery format.

Frequently asked questions

What is pesconvert?

A lightweight C command-line tool that converts Brother PES embroidery machine files into more universal formats like SVG so designs can be edited or shared elsewhere.

What language is pesconvert written in?

Mainly C. The stack also includes C, SVG.

Is pesconvert actively maintained?

Dormant — no commits in 2+ years (last push 2022-12-22).

How hard is pesconvert to set up?

Setup difficulty is rated moderate, with roughly 30min to a first successful run.

Who is pesconvert for?

Mainly general.

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