glslang ☆
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Description:
OpenGL and OpenGL ES reference compiler for shading languages
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 16.1.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 2, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @KhronosGroup  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: glsl vulkan opengl shader compiler
Install: brew install glslang
About:
glslang is the official reference compiler for the OpenGL Shading Language (GLSL) and OpenGL ES Shading Language (ESSL). It validates shader code and translates it into an intermediate representation (SPIR-V) suitable for modern graphics APIs like Vulkan. This tool is essential for developers ensuring shader compliance and compatibility across different graphics hardware.
Key Features:
  • GLSL/ESSL to SPIR-V compilation
  • Strict validation of shader syntax and semantics
  • Support for Vulkan and OpenGL standards
  • Command-line interface for offline compilation
Use Cases:
  • Compiling GLSL shaders for Vulkan applications
  • Validating shader code for compliance with specifications
  • Debugging shader compilation errors in CI/CD pipelines
Alternatives:
  • glslc – Part of the Vulkan SDK, focuses on compiling to SPIR-V, while glslang is the broader reference implementation.
Version History
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