Larry Wall – Present Continuous, Future Perfect (2006)

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Larry Wall discusses Perl's origins, drawing from diverse fields like linguistics, ecology, math, and sociology.
Perl was designed to evolve, with features like sigils protecting namespaces from new keywords.
Perl 5 is healthy and vibrant, with a culture that supports evolution and innovation.
Perl 6 aims to simplify and unify the language, removing arbitrary limits and improving expressiveness.
Perl 6 introduces new features like smart match operators, hyper-operators, and improved object orientation.
Regular expressions in Perl 6 are overhauled for consistency and readability, moving away from Perl 5's cruft.
Perl 6 supports multiple programming paradigms, including functional programming with features like lazy lists and currying.
Grammars in Perl 6 allow for defining and modifying language rules, enabling flexible and powerful parsing.
Perl 6's design emphasizes cultural and linguistic principles, aiming for a language that is both expressive and adaptable.

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