Run fast_float from ChatGPT or Claude
Fast and exact implementation of the C++ from_chars functions for number types. With BCD, ChatGPT, Claude and other AI apps can install and run fast_float on your own computer and read what it prints.
Works on
- MacWorks
Homebrew has a ready-made build; the AI can install it with
brew install fast_float. - LinuxPartly
Homebrew on Linux builds it from source, or install it with your distribution's package manager.
- WindowsNot in Homebrew
Homebrew does not run on Windows. If fast_float has a Windows build, BCD can run it in PowerShell.
About fast_float
- Version
- 8.3.3
- License
- Apache-2.0
- Installs (last 365 days)
- 772 · #3,002 in Homebrew
- Homepage
- fastfloat.github.io/fast_float
- Install
brew install fast_float
Try asking
“Install fast_float with Homebrew and show me its version”
“Read fast_float --help and give me three useful examples for my files”
“Update fast_float and tell me what changed”
Questions
Can ChatGPT run fast_float on my computer?
Yes. With BCD on your Mac or Linux computer and command permission turned on for it, ChatGPT runs fast_float there and reads the output. Claude and other apps with MCP connectors can too.
Do I need to install fast_float first?
No. If Homebrew is installed, the AI can run brew install fast_float for you.
Is it safe?
A new computer starts read-only: running commands is turned on per computer, and BCD reaches only the folders you allow.
Try it on your computer
BCD connects ChatGPT, Claude and other AI apps to your own Mac, Windows or Linux computer. One computer is free, with 20,000 tool calls a month and no card.
Program data from Homebrew, updated 2026-11-11. Installs are Homebrew's installs on request over the last 365 days.