GitHub CodeQL
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What both publish
| Fact | GitHub CodeQL | MoonGen |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | CodeQL is a language and toolchain for code analysis that treats code as data. | MoonGen is a scriptable high-speed packet generator built on DPDK and LuaJIT. |
GitHub CodeQL plans
- Free for research and open sourceFree
- CodeQL for open source and researchFree
- GitHub Code Security$30 a month
- GitHub Free with CodeQL code scanning—
MoonGen plans
- MoonGen (MIT licensed)Free
Pick GitHub CodeQL if…
CodeQL is for developers and security teams who want query-based code analysis in an IDE, CLI, or CI workflow. Its availability depends on supported languages, operating systems, and repository eligibility.
Pick MoonGen if…
It suits network engineers who need scripted packet generation to benchmark systems such as firewalls. Users need Linux, a DPDK-compatible network card, and Lua scripts for full API use.