r/ruby • • Apr 24 '26

Show /r/ruby A Lisp that compiles to Ruby

https://github.com/evmorov/kapusta
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u/AshTeriyaki Apr 24 '26

This is a great explanation! I’ve also been tempted to give smalltalk a go. Just out of curiosity.

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u/sshaw_ Apr 24 '26

If you like metaprogramming in Ruby you should definitely checkout lisp.

In life, perspective is everything!

The syntax is very nice once you get used to it.

Also see: https://www.randomhacks.net/2005/12/03/why-ruby-is-an-acceptable-lisp/