From IL Weaving to Source Generators - The Realm Story

Explore the journey from Intermediate Language (IL) Weaving to Source Generators in the Realm SDK for .NET in this 50-minute conference talk. Discover how IL Weaving simplified the developer experience by hiding complexity, and learn about the challenges that led to the migration towards Source Generators. Delve into the reasons behind the initial use of IL Weaving, the intricate process of transitioning to Source Generators introduced in .NET 5, and understand why this new approach doesn't fully meet all requirements. Gain insights into the evolution of code generation techniques in .NET development and their impact on SDK design and user experience.