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The Forth computer language |
Forth is a T.I.L., (Threaded Interpretive Language). Threaded, because it has a Dictionary of Words (procedures) that are threaded, one after other. Interpretive, because it does "interpret" high level Forth code. There is an inner interpreter who is in charge of taking one token, analyzing it and acting accordingly. Is a Computer Language, to code algorithms to be executed in a computer. Although may look somewhat cryptic to a newcomer, is extremely efficient in terms of size and speed. Because that, is highly useful in microcontroller environments, where resources are limited. It's also a stack oriented language. It will be useful in environments where there are hardware stacks. (Not for the PIC microcontroller families). Just to start, try to browse the Forth Interest Group site. Also visit the News Forum: comp.lang.forth |
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