rakumassist

Rakumassist is a command-line tool designed to assist with the development and maintenance of Rakudo, the reference implementation of the Raku programming language. It provides a suite of utilities to streamline various tasks, such as running tests, managing dependencies, and generating documentation. Rakumassist is written in Raku itself, leveraging the language's powerful features to create a cohesive and efficient development environment.

The tool is part of the broader Raku ecosystem, which includes the Raku compiler, the Raku Standard Library, and various other tools and libraries. Rakumassist is typically used by developers who are working on the Rakudo compiler or contributing to the Raku language itself. It is not intended for end-users of Raku but rather for those who are actively involved in its development.

Rakumassist can be installed via the Raku package manager, Zef. Once installed, it can be invoked from the command line, providing a range of commands to facilitate the development process. Some of the key features include:

- Running tests: Rakumassist can execute the test suite for Rakudo, ensuring that changes do not introduce regressions.

- Managing dependencies: It helps in managing the dependencies required for building and testing Rakudo.

- Generating documentation: Rakumassist can generate documentation for the Rakudo codebase, making it easier for developers to understand and navigate the code.

Rakumassist is an essential tool for anyone working on the Rakudo compiler or contributing to the Raku language. Its integration with the Raku ecosystem and its focus on development tasks make it a valuable addition to the Raku toolchain.