sbt

sbt is a command line build tool for Scala-based projects. It stands for "Scala Build Tool." It is used for building, testing, and packaging Scala projects efficiently. sbt follows a declarative configuration approach using a build definition written in Scala code. It utilizes a dependency management system to handle library dependencies for projects. sbt has built-in support for compiling, running, and testing code, making it easy to develop and debug Scala applications. The tool provides features like incremental compilation, parallel execution, and dependency caching to optimize build times. sbt supports various project structures, including simple standalone projects, multi-module projects, and even web application projects. It integrates seamlessly with popular development environments like IntelliJ IDEA, Eclipse, and Visual Studio Code, providing code assistance and build integration. sbt offers a plugin ecosystem allowing users to extend its functionalities, enabling features like code coverage, code quality analysis, and code generation. It has a rich command set, including commands for compilation, testing, running code, managing dependencies, and generating documentation.