Does APL Need a Type System? by Aaron W Hsu at #FnConf18

Why it was recommended

which argues that APL already provides the development ergonomics that are typically acribed to type systems.

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What it covers

Aaron Hsu's FnConf18 talk asks whether APL needs a static type system. He argues that APL's expressiveness and rapid iteration already deliver the benefits usually credited. It is for someone who wants the derivation, proof, or implementation detail.

Video details

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ConfEngine

Length

54 min 31 sec

Year

2019

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