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Description
MoonScript is an innovative dynamic scripting language designed to compile seamlessly into Lua, offering the efficiency of one of the quickest scripting languages paired with an extensive feature set. Users can choose to compile MoonScript into Lua for future execution or opt for dynamic compilation via the moonloader for immediate execution. Its direct compilation into Lua ensures full compatibility with various Lua implementations such as LuaJIT, as well as with all pre-existing Lua libraries and code. Additionally, the command-line tools facilitate the execution of MoonScript scripts directly from the command line, akin to other leading scripting languages. With a clean syntax that employs significant whitespace, MoonScript eliminates the excessive keyword clutter often found in traditional Lua scripts. Moreover, it enhances the language by introducing features like table comprehensions, implicit function returns, classes, inheritance, sophisticated scope management with import and export statements, and an intuitive object creation method referred to as "with." This combination of features not only improves readability and usability but also elevates the overall programming experience for developers working with Lua.
Description
ZenScript was developed from MineTweaker to provide a straightforward programming language that enables users with little to no coding experience to execute basic commands by adhering to its tutorials. Initially, MineTweaker utilized a simple system that parsed one line at a time, but it soon became evident that this approach lacked the necessary flexibility, prompting the creation of a more adaptable parsed language. While this new language functioned adequately, it suffered from inefficiency as each value was unnecessarily encapsulated within its own object. In contrast, ZenScript supports a combination of typed and typeless functionality, eliminating the need for users to specify types explicitly; the compiler intelligently infers types when feasible and defaults to typeless behavior when the type remains uncertain. However, in most scenarios, the type is clearly defined, allowing execution to proceed at the speed of native Java. With the incorporation of types, users can also document and enforce them effectively, enhancing the overall usability and reliability of the language. This evolution towards a more robust scripting environment demonstrates the ongoing commitment to making programming accessible to a wider audience.
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Company Name
MoonScript
Website
moonscript.org
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Company Name
CraftTweaker
Website
github.com/CraftTweaker/ZenScript