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How I Wrote a Forth (Without Knowing How)
TL;DR
An implementation of the Forth programming language, named MoonForth, was created without prior experience in Forth. The process was straightforward, relying heavily on the source code of JonesForth for guidance.
✦ Why It Matters
Consider exploring existing Forth implementations to kickstart your own programming language project.
Key Takeaways
- Explore existing Forth implementations for inspiration.
- Utilize C function pointers for dynamic language features.
- Leverage Lua's stack for efficient data manipulation.
- Document your development process for future reference.
How It Works
MoonForth uses Lua's C API to manipulate its stack, allowing for the implementation of Forth's core words as C functions. By storing function pointers in Lua tables, the language can dynamically define and redefine words, facilitating easy extension and modification.