I designed a language for code golf, compiling to Common Lisp
I designed a language for code golf, compiling to Common Lisp launched on August 25, 2013 with 102 votes, #19 of 475 launches that month and more than 95% of that year's launches. The site was not reachable when checked in September 2026.
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RhoScript is a programming language designed specifically for code golf competitions, where the goal is to write functional programs in the fewest characters possible. It compiles to Common Lisp, allowing developers to leverage Lisp's powerful features while writing more concise code. The language is intended for programmers interested in competitive coding challenges and code optimization. RhoScript has been available since 2013.
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