Roc is a language for making delightful software

In plain words

Roc is a programming language designed for building software. The language focuses on developer experience and aims to make the process of writing code more enjoyable. Roc's repository became publicly available, allowing developers to explore and contribute to the project. It appeals to programmers looking for an alternative language with an emphasis on delightful software development practices.

written from the facts on this page · September 2026

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A fast, friendly, functional language. Contribute to roc-lang/roc development by creating an account on GitHub.

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