Programming language · 2013
PureScript
Strongly typed language that compiles to JavaScript.
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What is PureScript written in?
The PureScript compiler is written in Haskell (well-documented).
Quick Facts
- First released
- 2013
- Typing
- static
- License
- 3-clause BSD License
- Website
- www.purescript.org
About PureScript
PureScript is a strongly typed language that compiles to JavaScript. It is a statically typed and garbage-collected language that compiles (transpiles) into another language to run. It supports functional programming. Transpiling means the compiler emits source in another high-level language rather than machine code, so the output then runs on that language's runtime.
PureScript first appeared in 2013. PureScript is now used mainly in specialized niches and by dedicated communities.
How PureScript is implemented
In the Language Lineage dataset, its compiler is written in Haskell.
PureScript in the language family tree
PureScript drew on ideas from Haskell.
Sources: Wikipedia · Wikidata · Official site
Frequently Asked Questions
What language is PureScript written in?
PureScript is primarily implemented in Haskell. See the implementation section above for details and source references.
What languages influenced PureScript?
PureScript was influenced by Haskell among others. See the influence section above for the full list.
When was PureScript first released?
PureScript was first released in 2013.
Evidence Sources
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PureScript
- https://github.com/purescript/purescript
- https://www.purescript.org/
- PureScript on Wikidata (Q65082796)