emmylua_ls
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Description:
Lua Language Server
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 0.18.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: lua lsp language-server ide rust developer-tools
Install: brew install emmylua_ls
About:
EmmyLua LS is a modern language server implementation for the Lua programming language, written in Rust for performance and reliability. It provides rich IDE features like code completion, diagnostics, and type checking to enhance developer productivity. The server supports multiple Lua versions and frameworks, making it versatile for various Lua development environments.
Key Features:
  • Advanced code completion and IntelliSense
  • Real-time diagnostics and error checking
  • Type annotation and inference support
  • Cross-platform compatibility
  • Fast performance with Rust implementation
Use Cases:
  • Lua development in VS Code and other editors
  • Game development with Roblox or Love2D frameworks
  • Scripting and automation projects
  • API development with Lua backends
Alternatives:
  • lua-language-server – More mature but written in C++; EmmyLua LS offers Rust-based performance
  • sumneko.lua – Original EmmyLua server; this is the newer Rust rewrite
Version History
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