Stack Repl vs Cabal Repl

Developers should use Stack Repl when working on Haskell projects with Stack to quickly test functions, debug code, or explore libraries without compiling entire projects meets developers should use cabal repl when working on haskell projects that use cabal for dependency management and building, as it provides a convenient way to interactively test code snippets, inspect types, and debug functions within the context of the entire project. Here's our take.

Stack Repl

Nice Pick

Developers should use Stack Repl when working on Haskell projects with Stack to quickly test functions, debug code, or explore libraries without compiling entire projects

Pros

• It is particularly useful for iterative development, learning Haskell syntax, and verifying behavior in a controlled environment that mirrors the project's dependency setup
• Related to: haskell, stack-build-tool

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

Cabal Repl

Developers should use Cabal Repl when working on Haskell projects that use Cabal for dependency management and building, as it provides a convenient way to interactively test code snippets, inspect types, and debug functions within the context of the entire project

Pros

• It is particularly useful during development phases for rapid prototyping, verifying module imports, and experimenting with library APIs without needing to compile the entire project repeatedly
• Related to: haskell, cabal

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

The Verdict

Use Stack Repl if: You want it is particularly useful for iterative development, learning haskell syntax, and verifying behavior in a controlled environment that mirrors the project's dependency setup and can live with specific tradeoffs depend on your use case.

Use Cabal Repl if: You prioritize it is particularly useful during development phases for rapid prototyping, verifying module imports, and experimenting with library apis without needing to compile the entire project repeatedly over what Stack Repl offers.

The Bottom Line

Stack Repl wins

Developers should use Stack Repl when working on Haskell projects with Stack to quickly test functions, debug code, or explore libraries without compiling entire projects