Hengestone's list of languages which compile to Lua
A curated list of programming languages that compile or transpile to Lua, including typed variants, functional languages, and syntax extensions.
What is Hengestone's list of languages which compile to Lua?
lua-languages is a curated GitHub repository listing programming languages that compile or transpile to Lua. It helps developers discover alternatives to writing raw Lua, such as typed variants, functional languages, or syntax extensions, while still targeting the Lua runtime. The project addresses the need for a centralized reference in a fragmented ecosystem of Lua-targeted languages.
Lua developers seeking enhanced syntax, type safety, or different programming paradigms; language enthusiasts exploring transpiler designs; and researchers studying language implementation targeting lightweight runtimes.
It provides a uniquely comprehensive and organized overview of the Lua language ecosystem, saving developers time from scattered searches. The maintenance annotations help users avoid deprecated projects, making it a trusted directory for evaluating production-ready tools.
Overview
Languages that compile to Lua
Use Cases
Best For
- Finding a typed language alternative to plain Lua for large codebases
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