The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source Run Gleam run (Interview)
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Apr 24, 2024 Louis Pilfold, the creator of the Gleam programming language, dives into its fascinating development journey. He shares the unique inspirations behind Gleam, which compiles to Erlang and JavaScript and is written in Rust. The conversation touches on Gleam's advantages, growing community support, and innovative features that blend ideas from languages like Go and Rust. Louis also discusses future plans, including an upcoming language server, and the unexpected sponsorship boosts from Twitch visibility, showcasing the vibrant community behind Gleam.
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Gleam's Origin
- Louis Pilfold initially created Gleam to scratch a personal itch, wanting a language that combined his favorite aspects of other languages.
- The project grew organically from a conference talk idea into a full-fledged language.
Modern Language Expectations
- Building a new language now requires more than just a compiler; robust tooling and a good developer experience are table stakes.
- Languages like Elixir, Go, and Rust have raised the bar for what users expect.
Embrace Personal Taste
- Inject your personal tastes into your creations, be it a language or a podcast.
- This personal touch drives innovation and resonates with others who share your vision.