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Pony: High-Performance, Memory-Safe Actors (with Sean Allen)

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Memory Management in Pony Programming

This chapter explores the memory management mechanisms within the Pony programming language, emphasizing isolated memory and the role of the compiler in runtime efficiency. It discusses Pony's garbage collection method and actor model, illustrating how these features optimize performance for high-concurrency applications. The chapter also highlights the usage of Pony in various production environments, revealing its appeal to hobbyists and the complexities it poses for traditional database interactions.

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