Re: [fonc] why are true,false,nil pseudovariables

2011-06-06 Thread Toon Verwaest
They are parsed just like variables. Rather than finding their declaration in the method itself they are known to the compiler. Hence pseudovariables. It also has the advantage that you don't have to pollute your literal frame since there are special bytecodes that handle them. Cheers, Toon On

Re: [fonc] Static typing and/vs. boot strap-able, small kernel, comprehensible, user modifiable systems

2011-06-04 Thread Toon Verwaest
I think you answered your own question. A small core is small since it is limited to what is required to make it run. This eases development and lets you focus on what's important and interesting. On Jun 4, 2011 6:06 PM, Scott McLoughlin scottmc...@gmail.com wrote: Kind Folks, I just feel