Haskell Ecosystem

Configure Cabal and Stack projects with GHC toolchain guidance.

Updated Mar 15, 2025
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Skill: Haskell Ecosystem
Source: https://github.com/yasushiasahi/nix-config/tree/main/home-manager/agent-skills/skills/haskell-ecosystem
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yasushiasahi/nix-config --skill haskell-ecosystem-yasushiasahi

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides comprehensive patterns and best practices for working with the Haskell ecosystem, including its language features, build systems, and tooling.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Language Deep Dive: Understand Haskell's type system, purity, laziness, monads, and type classes.
  • Build System Mastery: Learn to configure and use Cabal and Stack for project management.
  • Tooling Integration: Leverage GHC, HLS, and formatters for an efficient development workflow.
  • Use Case: A developer new to Haskell can use this skill to quickly grasp core concepts and set up their development environment.

Quick Start

Use the Haskell Ecosystem skill to learn about Haskell's type system.

Frequently Asked Questions about Haskell Ecosystem

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I configure Cabal or Stack for a Haskell project?

Haskell build systems like Cabal and Stack manage project dependencies and compilation through dedicated configuration files. This skill outlines the specific patterns and build commands needed to configure and execute Haskell project builds effectively.

What are monads and type classes in Haskell?

Monads and type classes are core Haskell language features that handle side effects and ad-hoc polymorphism within its pure functional paradigm. This skill explains how these structures operate alongside Haskell's inherent laziness and strong type system.

Does Haskell work with the Haskell Language Server (HLS) and formatters?

Yes, Haskell integrates directly with the Haskell Language Server (HLS) and formatters to enable an efficient development workflow. This skill details how to leverage GHC, HLS, and formatting tools for a streamlined tooling setup.

How do I use GADTs, type families, and data kinds in Haskell?

GADTs, type families, and data kinds are advanced Haskell type-level programming features used to encode rigorous constraints at compile time. This skill covers these advanced concepts to help you master deep type-level logic within your Haskell programs.

Cabal vs Stack: what is the best way to manage Haskell builds?

Choosing between Cabal and Stack for Haskell builds depends on your preferred dependency resolution strategy, as both are fully supported build systems. This skill provides detailed configuration and command patterns to help you master either tool.