Why This Matters
Loko Scheme 0.13.0 introduces important updates to an optimizing Scheme compiler, enhancing performance, fixing bugs, and adding new features. Its support for multiple standards and ability to generate statically linked binaries make it a valuable tool for developers targeting bare metal, Linux, and NetBSD/amd64 environments. This release underscores ongoing advancements in open-source language tooling, benefiting both the tech industry and consumers seeking robust, flexible programming options.
Key Takeaways
- Supports R6RS and R7RS Scheme standards for versatile programming.
- Enables creation of statically linked binaries for multiple platforms.
- Focuses on bug fixes, performance improvements, and new features.
Loko Scheme 0.13.0 is now available from:
A bootable disk image for 64-bit PCs is available from:
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Loko Scheme 0.13.0 fixes bugs, improves performance and adds features. See NEWS.md in the distribution for a more detailed summary of changes.
Loko Scheme is an optimizing Scheme compiler that builds statically linked binaries for bare metal, Linux and NetBSD/amd64. It supports the R6RS Scheme and R7RS Scheme standards.
Loko Scheme’s web site is https://scheme.fail, where you can find the release tarballs and the manual. There is also a mailing list at https://lists.scheme.fail.
Loko Scheme is licensed under the EUPL v. 1.2 or later.
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