If your project involves writing code, managing dependencies, and building libraries or apps, Gradle works behind the scenes to describe what should be done (compile, test, package) and then ensure it happens efficiently and correctly.

Gradle stands out by combining declarative configuration ("I want this result") with the ability to write code in build scripts - using Groovy or Kotlin DSLs. That gives you simplicity and power. It's built for large, multi-project setups and focuses on performance through incremental builds (only changed parts are rebuilt), parallel task execution, and build caching to speed up development and CI loops.

Designed for multi-module projects and with a plugin architecture covering Java, Kotlin, Android, C/C++, and Swift, Gradle is a very flexible tool for modern codebases. If you work with Android or JVM projects, Gradle is likely already in use. It also integrates well with tools like IntelliJ and Android Studio and benefits from a large ecosystem of community plugins.