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Pilang – A scripting language and VM written in C
An interesting project for learning language and VM construction, but as a practical tool, it lacks any utility or unique value.
2.6Overall
Utility2
Onboarding3
Craft4
Niche fit2
Longevity2
Five dimensions scored independently; overall is a weighted average. Scores are only comparable within this same rubric.
Good for
Individual learners interested in language design and VM implementation; hobbyists looking to build a language from scratch.
Not for
Any developer seeking a stable, performant, or community-backed scripting language for production or serious projects.
Project description
github.com
Alternatives
LuaPythonJavaScript (e.g., QuickJS)ChaiScript