Question 1

How do I install rocks.nvim without the installer script?

Accepted Answer

Use the bootstrapping script provided in the README by adding it to your init.lua, or follow the manual installation tutorial in the wiki for more control over the setup process.

Question 2

rocks.nvim vs lazy.nvim: which is better for Neovim?

Accepted Answer

rocks.nvim excels in automated dependency management via LuaRocks and reproducibility with rocks.toml, while lazy.nvim offers a more comprehensive suite with built-in UI and lazy-loading. Choose rocks.nvim if you prioritize dependency automation and don't mind add-ons.

Question 3

Can rocks.nvim install plugins from GitHub?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but you need the rocks-git.nvim module. Once installed, it extends rocks.nvim to handle Git repositories, though the core is optimized for LuaRocks, so installation might be less direct.

Question 4

How to lazy load plugins with rocks.nvim?

Accepted Answer

Set opt=true in the rocks.toml file for specific plugins, then use :packadd to load them manually, or install the rocks-lazy.nvim module for more advanced lazy-loading abstractions and integration.

Question 5

What is rocks.toml and how do I manage it?

Accepted Answer

rocks.toml is a declarative configuration file similar to Cargo.toml that lists your plugins and versions. You can edit it with :Rocks edit, then run :Rocks sync to apply changes and ensure consistency.

Question 6

Is rocks.nvim good for managing tree-sitter parsers?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it supports tree-sitter parsers through the rocks-treesitter.nvim module, allowing automatic installation and syntax highlighting. Binaries are available to avoid compilation, and parsers can be pinned individually.

Question 7

How do I update plugins in rocks.nvim?

Accepted Answer

Use :Rocks update to update all unpinned plugins, or :Rocks update {rock} for a specific one. Pinned plugins are skipped unless unpinned, and version constraints are respected from rocks.toml.

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