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[Daniel Ajoy]

On 26 Feb 2006 at 9:04, Arthur wrote:

> > >Really_ can any of those tools be used to program tacitly? 
> > >That is without the need to use variables (with the help of 
> > >"forks", "hooks" and the like)?
> 
> 
> Expressed as someone in touch with esoteric knowledge.
> 
> I am guessing it's a Logo thing.
> 
> Are you willing to expand?

I just wanted to verify the claim that some Python modules
really incorporate J semantics.

> What is the importance of being able to program "tacitly"?

You don't need to worry about variables or function parameters
if you do.

> More basic - what do you mean by programming tacitly?

The concept is also called Function-level programming

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Function-level_programming

http://www.jsoftware.com/books/help/jforc/tacit_programs.htm

> Does the fact that I don't find your explanation adequate indicate some
> problem in my knowledge base? My worldview?

Who am I to judge what is a problem to you?

Daniel





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