Ensuring Public API Reliability with Binary Compatibility Validator and Metalava

This article demonstrates how to maintain public API reliability by tracking compatibility changes using the Binary Compatibility Validator and Metalava plugins. These tools automatically monitor API modifications, alerting developers to potential breaking changes before they impact dependent projects. The article uses RevenueCat's Android SDK as a real-world example, detailing plugin integration and usage. It emphasizes the importance of integrating API checks into CI/CD pipelines for robust public API stability.