LisPiWhat scripting languages actually do have proper specs that aren't ignored (therefore no Ruby)?
Travis F W@lispi314 java 25
@lispi314 in Java 25 you can run a .java file, no scripting extension. See JEP 512: Compact Source Files and Instance Main Methods, or just try `java source.java`
https://www.javaguides.net/2025/10/compact-source-files-and-instance-main-method-in-java25.html#example-3-using-a-field
https://www.javaguides.net/2025/10/compact-source-files-and-instance-main-method-in-java25.html#example-3-using-a-field
@travisfw Well yes but that's the same thing as Common Lisp.
That doesn't make them languages designed for scripting though.
That doesn't make them languages designed for scripting though.
@lispi314 how is that in any way "the same thing as Common Lisp"?
But you are right it is not technically scripting. Java compact source files are still compiled first.
@travisfw Compilation is orthogonal & incidental, SBCL also compiles before execution.
It's much more about language design and the kind of amenities it provides.
One could argue ECL means Common Lisp is a scripting language because it fulfills both standalone and embedded scripting roles but it's pretty clear it's meant more for a general programming use.