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For example, "func" is also used in other programming languages. I think frequently used keywords should be shorter. It is then less to type and IMO the code is
by chkas 7y ago
For example, "func" is also used in other programming languages. I think frequently used keywords should be shorter. It is then less to type and IMO the code is then also more readable.
- empath75 7y agoYeah but the point here is to introduce people to programming concepts and using ‘plain English’ words reduces a little friction for people.
- chkas 7y agoYoung people quickly find abbreviations for things they often write: BTW, LOL, IMHO... So it should be no problem to understand "func" as "function".
- empath75 7y agoKids are unlikely to know what a function is, anyway.
- skanga 7y agoJust allow BOTH. In the documented examples shown print the whole word like FUNCTION. But also allow it to be abbreviated to FUNC, FUNCT or FUNCTIO!
- chkas 7y agoI generally don't think this is a good idea. However, it does exist in easylang: pr is an abbreviation for print and the dot is one for end.