Zig: All Package Management Functionality Moved from Compiler to Build System
Summary
Zig’s devlog updates outline significant architecture and backend changes in 2026, including moving package management from the compiler to the build system, progress on the SPIR-V backend, and a reworked build system architecture. The posts also cover incremental LLVM-based compilation, new semantics for @bitCast, ELF linker enhancements, and broader improvements to std.Io and libc integration. Overall, it signals a shift toward faster builds, safer networking, and more flexible tooling for Zig developers.