Question 1

How do I install common-lisp-jupyter on Windows?

Accepted Answer

Follow the installation guide in the docs directory or online, which typically involves installing a Common Lisp implementation (like SBCL), setting up Quicklisp, and configuring Jupyter via command-line steps, though Windows-specific issues might require extra troubleshooting.

Question 2

Does common-lisp-jupyter support Jupyter Notebook or only JupyterLab?

Accepted Answer

It works with both Jupyter Notebook and JupyterLab, but the debugger integration is specifically designed for JupyterLab, so for full debugging capabilities, JupyterLab is recommended.

Question 3

What's the difference between common-lisp-jupyter and using a Python kernel for Lisp-like coding?

Accepted Answer

Common-lisp-jupyter provides native Common Lisp execution with Lisp-specific features like REPL emulation and auto-indentation, while Python kernels rely on Python libraries and lack direct Lisp integration. For authentic Lisp development, this kernel is superior, but for broader data science, Python might be more practical.

Question 4

How do I add custom widgets to common-lisp-jupyter?

Accepted Answer

You can install additional widget packages like cytoscape-clj or sheet-clj via Quicklisp, then load them in your notebook, but this requires manual dependency management and may involve writing Lisp code to interface with the widgets.

Question 5

Can I use common-lisp-jupyter for teaching programming?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it's excellent for educational purposes due to its interactive nature, code completion, and rich output, allowing students to write and visualize Lisp code in notebooks, though the setup might be complex for beginners without prior Lisp experience.

Question 6

Is there a way to debug Common Lisp code outside of JupyterLab with this kernel?

Accepted Answer

The kernel primarily supports debugging within JupyterLab; for standalone debugging, you'd need to rely on traditional Lisp debugging tools or external IDEs, as the kernel's debugger features are integrated specifically with JupyterLab.

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