Programming language design

Here, I try to share some of my researches around programming language design. It’s a fascinating topic that every software engineer should study and follow. Other than books and blog posts, there are some podcasts that share interesting conversation around the history and design of different programming languages and their history and evolution.

Introduction to programming language design

Programming language design is the process of defining the syntax, semantics, and features of a programming language. It involves the development of a set of rules and conventions for writing and implementing software in a specific language.

There are several factors that go into the design of a programming language, including the intended use of the language, the target audience for the language, and the goals and constraints of the language’s design.

The syntax of a programming language refers to the way that code is written and structured. This includes the rules for naming variables and functions, the use of punctuation and whitespace, and the organization of code into blocks and statements.

The semantics of a programming language refer to the meaning of the code and how it is interpreted by the computer. This includes the rules for evaluating expressions, the way that…