Whispem, a minimalist programming language

https://github.com/whispem/whispem-lang

<<Whispem is a complete programming language small enough to learn in a weekend.

Unlike most languages that grow complex over time, Whispem is intentionally minimal:

  • 14 keywords - that's the whole language
  • 9 built-in functions - everything you need, nothing you don't
  • 4 data types - numbers, strings, booleans, arrays
  • 0 hidden behavior - what you see is what you get

Perfect for:

  • Learning how programming languages work
  • Teaching programming concepts
  • Understanding interpreters and compilers
  • Quick scripting and automation
  • Grasping language design principles

Not trying to be:

  • A replacement for Python, JavaScript, or Rust
  • Performance-focused or production web framework
  • Feature-complete for every use case>>

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