Creating a Language Server for RPM Spec Files (osc24)

RPM packaging is a foundation of the software delivery mechanism on RPM-based Linux distributions, with RPM spec files acting as blueprints for package builds. Despite their enduring relevance, support for editing RPM spec files has not evolved significantly over time, leaving users with rudimentary tooling. In response to this challenge, we have developed a prototype of a language server tailored specifically for RPM spec files. Based on a language server protocol, the solution offers a unified editing experience across various editors, giving users features like auto-completion, linting, and jump-to-definition. All of this is achieved by centralizing "code smarts" in one place. Join us to learn about the thinking behind the language server and the challenges we faced when implementing this new tool. RPM packaging is a foundation of the software delivery mechanism on RPM-based Linux distributions, with RPM spec files acting as blueprints for package builds. Despite their enduring relevance, support for editing RPM spec files has not evolved significantly over time, leaving users with rudimentary tooling. In response to this challenge, we have developed a prototype of a language server tailored specifically for RPM spec files. Based on a language server protocol, the solution offers a unified editing experience across various editors, giving users features like auto-completion, linting, and jump-to-definition. All of this is achieved by centralizing "code smarts" in one place. Join us to learn about the thinking behind the language server and the challenges we faced when implementing this new tool. about this event: https://c3voc.de