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| Characteristic | Lisp | Gleam |
|---|---|---|
| Syntax | Uses fully parenthesized prefix notation; minimalistic and uniform syntax. | Has a syntax similar to ML-family languages; more conventional and readable for modern programmers. |
| Paradigm | Multi-paradigm, but primarily functional with strong support for symbolic computation and macros. | Purely functional, emphasizing immutability and strong type safety. |
| Typing | Dynamically typed (though some dialects offer optional static typing). | Statically typed with strong type inference. |
| Performance | Performance varies by implementation; can be fast, but often not as optimized as modern compiled languages. | Compiles to Erlang BEAM bytecode or JavaScript; inherits performance characteristics of the Erlang VM, which is optimized for concurrency. |
| Libraries and frameworks | Has a long history with many libraries, but ecosystem can be fragmented and less modern. | Smaller and newer ecosystem; can interoperate with Erlang and Elixir libraries. |
| Community and support | Mature, but niche community; lots of historical resources, but less mainstream support. | Growing but small community; active development and modern support channels. |
| Learning curve | Steep for beginners due to unique syntax and macro system. | Moderate; easier for those familiar with functional programming and modern type systems. |