# Opinion: Swift @_silgen_name forward declaration

https://swiftrocks.com/using-silgenname-to-call-private-swift-code

Swift's @_silgen_name allows forward function references. It's an internal compiler feature, not officially supported. Use with caution due to potential instability.

Publisher: Bruno Rocha — Opinion / commentary.

#swift #forward #function #compiler

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Created: 2026-10-21T08:22:27.651016+00:00

Last edited: 2026-10-21T08:22:27.651016+00:00

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Original source: https://swiftrocks.com/using-silgenname-to-call-private-swift-code