Why Objective-C
10 hours ago
- #Objective-C
- #Programming
- #Blogging
- The author previously advocated removing Objective-C code but recently enjoyed writing in it again.
- Objective-C was chosen for a new command-line app (SalmonBay) to replace an old static website/blog generator.
- The decision considered Swift, Rust, Go, and C, with C initially favored for speed.
- Objective-C was ultimately selected for its simplicity, small language footprint, and stability.
- SalmonBay builds the author's blog in under a second, meeting the speed requirement.
- Objective-C's syntax may seem intimidating but is quickly learned and appreciated for its simplicity.
- The author highlights the fun and enjoyment of coding in Objective-C.