Daniel Temkin

Daniel Temkin, an artist and programmer, dives into the whimsical world of esoteric programming languages in his book, Forty-Four Esolangs. He discusses how these languages serve as thought-provoking art rather than just tools. Temkin highlights the beauty of languages like Brainfuck and Befunge, explores community dynamics, and introduces innovative concepts like 'folders' as a language and Stroll, which incorporates human movement. He also touches on non-English programming languages and their potential to challenge the status quo. A captivating blend of art and code!

Daniel Temkin, a writer and digital artist known for his pioneering work in esoteric programming languages, joins to explore the whimsical world of esolangs. They discuss how these unconventional languages challenge coding norms and stimulate creativity through playful constraints. Temkin highlights his unique creations, like Fatfinger—a tolerant dialect for code poetry—and shares surprising applications of esolangs, including their use in malware. The conversation dives into the intersection of art, programming, and human expression.