Package org.apache.commons.codec

Interface Summary
BinaryDecoder	Defines common decoding methods for byte array decoders.
BinaryEncoder	Defines common encoding methods for byte array encoders.
Decoder	Provides the highest level of abstraction for Decoders.
Encoder	Provides the highest level of abstraction for Encoders.
StringDecoder	Decodes a String into a String.
StringEncoder	Encodes a String into a String.

Class Summary
DecoderException	Thrown when a Decoder has encountered a failure condition during a decode.
EncoderException	Thrown when there is a failure condition during the encoding process.
StringEncoderComparator	Strings are comparable, and this comparator allows you to configure it with an instance of a class which implements StringEncoder.