antlr / antlr/antlr4

Add Java annotation to generate grammars during a build

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Description

Using a combination of a custom annotation interface and `AnnotationProcessor`, ANTLR parsers could be automatically generated as part of a build.

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The issue names no files, tests, or existing entry points. Start by identifying ANTLR's Java build and annotation-processing integration, then clarify the annotation contract and supported build flow; done means grammars are generated automatically during a build.

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Assessment

Tech stack
java
Domain
build-system
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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