vulkan-validationlayers ☆
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Description:
Vulkan layers that enable developers to verify correct use of the Vulkan API
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 1.4.335.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 12, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: vulkan graphics debugging validation development
Install: brew install vulkan-validationlayers
About:
Vulkan Validation Layers are a set of components that intercept Vulkan API calls to check for correct usage and adherence to specifications. They help developers identify errors such as invalid parameter combinations, synchronization issues, and memory management problems. This significantly reduces debugging time and prevents undefined behavior or application crashes.
Key Features:
  • Parameter validation for API calls
  • Object and thread safety tracking
  • Memory management verification
  • Synchronization and pipeline state checks
Use Cases:
  • Debugging Vulkan-based graphics applications
  • Verifying API compliance during development
  • Performance analysis and optimization
Alternatives:
  • MoltenVK – Implements Vulkan on Metal; includes validation but focuses on translation rather than pure validation
  • RenderDoc – Graphics debugger with frame capture; provides different debugging approach than runtime validation layers
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