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| Characteristic | Wren | Janet |
|---|---|---|
| Syntax | C-like, minimalistic, uses braces and semicolons, familiar to users of C, Java, or JavaScript. | Lisp-like, uses s-expressions and parentheses, homoiconic, similar to Clojure or Scheme. |
| Paradigm | Object-oriented with classes and single inheritance, some functional features. | Multi-paradigm, primarily functional and imperative, supports metaprogramming and macros. |
| Typing | Dynamically typed, no static type checking. | Dynamically typed, no static type checking. |
| Performance | Very fast for a scripting language, small VM footprint, designed for embedding. | Efficient and fast, suitable for scripting and embedding, performance competitive with other scripting languages. |
| Libraries and frameworks | Limited standard library, few third-party libraries, ecosystem is small. | Small but growing standard library, some third-party libraries, more extensible via FFI and macros. |
| Community and support | Small community, limited resources and support, active core development. | Small but active community, good documentation, responsive maintainers. |
| Learning curve | Gentle for those familiar with C-like languages, straightforward syntax. | Steeper due to Lisp syntax and concepts like macros, easier for those with Lisp experience. |