Tech Glossary
What is XText?
Xtext is a framework for creating declarative languages. Declarative languages are languages that describe data or processes in a structured format. Xtext is used to create various types of text-based languages, such as configuration languages, database definitions, and protocols. Xtext makes it possible to create custom languages using a simple grammar. Xtext also includes tools to analyze and manipulate text written in an Xtext language.