zig-arraylist

Document Zig 0.15+ ArrayList API changes with per-call allocator usage.

1|1|Updated Feb 8, 2026
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SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Zig 0.15+ changes how the allocator is supplied to ArrayList operations; this guide documents the per-call allocator pattern and its rationale.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Explains the new API where the allocator is passed to each method call rather than at initialization.
  • Provides side-by-side comparisons of old vs new syntax for common operations like append and deinit.
  • Illustrates how to manage memory explicitly in Zig 0.15+ ArrayList usage.

Quick Start

Run a Zig ArrayList example showing allocator being passed to each method call to maintain allocation control.

Frequently Asked Questions about zig-arraylist

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

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How do I use std.ArrayList in Zig 0.15+ with the new allocator API?

In Zig 0.15+, you pass the allocator directly to each ArrayList method call like append and deinit rather than providing it during initialization, maintaining explicit allocation control.

Why did the Zig 0.15 ArrayList API change to per-call allocator usage?

The Zig 0.15 ArrayList API changed to per-call allocator usage to enforce explicit memory management, ensuring the allocator is supplied directly to operations like append and deinit instead of being stored at initialization.

What's the best way to migrate std.ArrayList append operations from older Zig versions to 0.15?

To migrate std.ArrayList append operations to Zig 0.15, pass the allocator as an argument to the append method call itself, moving away from the old style where the allocator was bound to the list during initialization.

Do I need to pass an allocator when calling deinit on a Zig 0.15 ArrayList?

Yes, in Zig 0.15+ you must pass the allocator to the deinit method call to properly free the memory allocated for the ArrayList, reflecting the shift to per-call allocator usage.

How does Zig 0.15 ArrayList initialization differ from previous versions?

Zig 0.15 ArrayList initialization no longer takes an allocator parameter; instead, you initialize an empty list and pass the allocator to each subsequent operation like append and deinit to manage memory.