Fully-featured Nil interpreter in less than 1 line of JavaScript

In plain words

This is a Nil interpreter written in minimal JavaScript code, created for developers interested in esoteric programming languages and code golf challenges. Nil is a programming language, and this implementation compresses a fully-featured interpreter into an extremely compact form. It appeals to programmers who enjoy exploring unusual languages and pushing the boundaries of code conciseness. The project demonstrates creative problem-solving through extreme minimization while maintaining complete functionality.

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