I think you're right - this is an academic language. That doesn't mean it's devoid of value, it's just not meant to solve industrial problems. Instead, it's sup

I think you're right - this is an academic language. That doesn't mean it's devoid of value, it's just not meant to solve industrial problems. Instead, it's supposed to experiment with a new paradigm so that other (more pragmatic) languages can someday incorporate some of its ideas.