Support for BDIC binary dictionary files

Manuel Guerrarequested to merge
manuelguerra/hunspell-ar:master into master

This merge request introduces support for BDIC binary dictionary files in the hunspell-ar package.

The BDIC support is important because:

  • Compatibility with modern software: Many modern applications, such as Chromium-based browsers, use BDIC binary dictionaries to provide spell-checking functionality. Adding support for BDIC files ensures that hunspell-ar remains compatible with these widely-used platforms.

  • Improved performance: BDIC dictionaries are optimized for fast lookup and processing, making them ideal for resource-constrained environments where Arabic spell-checking is required.

  • Broader accessibility: Supporting BDIC files extends the usability of hunspell-ar to a larger audience, especially users who rely on applications that use this format for their spell-checking needs.

Changes introduced:

  • Added handling of BDIC binary dictionary files as part of the build process.
  • Updated package dependencies to include tools necessary for BDIC conversion and handling.

By merging this request, we can ensure that the hunspell-ar package remains up-to-date with current standards and provides users with a robust and flexible spell-checking solution for the Arabic language.

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