Programming without data: Towards a totally functional programming style

Abstract

The identity of programming with language extension has interesting consequences. If language extension implies programming, then language extension should be constrained by the requirements of what can be expected of a programmer, in particular the avoidance of the need to write interpreters, which can be satisfied by an (augmented) functional basis. If programming implies language extension, then programming should explicitly be conducted so, in particular avoiding illegitimate extension techniques, specifically the interpretation of inert data. Comprehensive replacement of data by functions shows potential for achieving this outcome. While numerous technical objectives remain to be met, the implications of the effort have wide ramifications, not just for software development.

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@article{bailes2001programming,
  title = {{Programming without data: Towards a totally functional programming style}},
  author = {Bailes, Paul A.},
  volume = {1},
  pages = {5--12},
  year = {2001}
}

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