Swift Macros: Simpler, Cleaner, Faster
summary
Swift 5.9 macros (introduced at WWDC 2023) are presented as a compile-time tool to analyze and generate code, extending the compiler to reduce boilerplate and repetitive patterns. The talk explains practical usage of Swift macros to speed up development, optimize code, and simplify developers’ workflows.
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chapters (11)
- 0:00Introduction
- 1:29What are Swift macros
- 5:28Swift compilation internals
- 9:24Macro types and roles
- 12:56Macro creation and structure
- 16:32Completion handler macro example
- 19:02Network client generation with macros
- 25:41UI generation using macros
- 31:04List and screen creation
- 35:27Macros outlook and takeaways
- 37:58Q&A
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