"scytale": A Crafty Cipher Tool for Android

Robert Harris -

For Android developers who prioritize data security, the "scytale" library has emerged as a must-have tool. Brought to life by Bard, this library is built using Kotlin and is made available under the Apache 2.0 license. With its primary focus on stick cipher encryption, "scytale" is a blend of ancient techniques with modern coding.

Salient Features of "scytale":

  1. Versatility in stick sizes (e.g., 3 columns, 5 columns).
  2. The provision to customize the cipher stick.
  3. Dual functions: encryption and decryption using the cipher stick.

Embarking on the "scytale" Journey:

Kick-start your "scytale" expedition by adding the following to your dependencies:

dependencies {
  implementation 'com.github.bard:scytale:1.0.0'
}

Diving Deep with "scytale" Code Samples:

Basic Encryption & Decryption:

val scytale = Scytale(3)
val encryptedMessage = scytale.encrypt("Hello, world!")
val decryptedMessage = scytale.decrypt(encryptedMessage)

Customizing the Cipher Stick:

val scytale = Scytale(3, 'A', 'B', 'C')
val encryptedMessage = scytale.encrypt("Hello, world!")
val decryptedMessage = scytale.decrypt(encryptedMessage)

Encrypt and Display:

val scytale = Scytale(3)
val encryptedMessage = scytale.encrypt("Hello, world!")
println(encryptedMessage)

Decrypt and Showcase:

val scytale = Scytale(3)
val encryptedMessage = scytale.encrypt("Hello, world!")
val decryptedMessage = scytale.decrypt(encryptedMessage)
println(decryptedMessage)

Advantages of "scytale":

  • Multiple stick size options.
  • Customizable cipher sticks.
  • Two-fold functionalities: encryption and decryption.

Areas for Augmentation:

  • A livelier community engagement is desired.
  • The documentation scope can be broadened.