Description:
Scala language server
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Type: Formula
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Latest Version: 1.6.4@0
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Tracked Since: Nov 26, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
@scala_lang |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Developer tools
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Tags:
scala
lsp
language-server
development
ide
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Install:
brew install metals
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About:
Metals is a Scala language server that provides rich IDE-like features for text editors. It enables code completion, type checking, and error highlighting, turning editors like VS Code or Vim into powerful Scala development environments. The tool acts as a bridge between your editor and the Scala compiler.
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Key Features:
- Comprehensive code completion and signature help
- Real-time error diagnostics and type hints
- Build tool integration (SBT, Bloop, Maven, Gradle)
- Refactoring support including rename and organize imports
- Debugger integration
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Use Cases:
- Developing Scala applications in lightweight editors like VS Code or Neovim
- Enabling advanced language features in Vim or Emacs for Scala projects
- Automated code linting and formatting during development
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Alternatives:
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IntelliJ IDEA Scala Plugin
– Full IDE experience with deep refactoring tools, but requires a heavier application compared to editor-based Metals setups.
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