Build your own compiler with KSP
summary
Shows how to build a Kotlin compiler extension using KSP plugin to scan custom annotations, implement a SymbolProcessor (meta‑services file + processor), and call the KSP CodeGenerator/visitor to emit Kotlin, JSON or JS. Claims KSP is faster than KAPT and requires matching Kotlin/KSP versions. Demonstrates a real generator that converts Compose components into Native Blocks component generator output so server UIs gain editable props; demo generates files and syncs to the panel with minor hiccups.
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chapters (8)
- 0:00Introduction to KSP
- 3:20What is a compiler
- 7:02Compiler plugins overview
- 10:42Setting up KSP project
- 14:44Writing KSP processor
- 16:50Use case: Native Blocks
- 21:35Live demo of KSP
- 25:00Conclusion and resources
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