Features

In-depth coverage of hx features and capabilities.

Feature Overview

hx provides a modern, unified interface for Haskell development with these key features:

Build System

• Fast incremental builds
• Multiple compiler backend support (GHC, BHC)
• Cross-compilation
• Parallel compilation

Dependency Management

• Lockfile support for reproducible builds
• Easy dependency addition/removal
• Outdated dependency checking
• Version constraint handling

Toolchain Management

• GHC version management
• Cabal version management
• BHC installation
• Automatic toolchain detection

Developer Experience

• Watch mode for rapid iteration
• Integrated formatting and linting
• REPL integration
• Comprehensive diagnostics

Feature Sections

• Compiler Backends — GHC and BHC support
• BHC Platform — Curated package snapshots for BHC
• Cross-Compilation — Building for other platforms
• Toolchain Management — Managing GHC, Cabal, BHC
• Lockfiles — Reproducible builds
• Watch Mode — Auto-rebuild on changes
• Formatting & Linting — Code quality tools