Scanner / Parser for D2

[Arild Boes]

Hello,

I'd like to have a c++ parser for D. I realized, that the full source 
code of DMD was avaliable and went to fetch it. (thanks for that btw!).

However it seems rather complex, and I sure could use some quick 
insights regarding how the lexer / scanner part could be used, favorably 
seperately, from the rest of the compiler.

The simple goal is to fiddle with color coding in vs 2008 with the 
language SDK, and then perhaps move on to more interesting stuff.
All it really needs for the simple stuff is a scanner. I previously did 
some succesfull tests with a sablecc generated parser and some toy grammar.

I havent really had the time to examine the dmd source in detail yet, so 
i am hedgeing my bets here, not at all expecting to get a full detailed 
walktrough. Hints in the general direction would be much appreciated though.

postscript: being a silent news reader and D fan for some time, I would 
like to utilize this post to express my gratitude for the kickass 
language D is, and for the work everyone has put into it.

Thanks in advance.