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The word "strong" is not well defined in this context. But usually it is used for languages like Haskell, Idris, PureScript and Elm. Ruby does not do as many a
by cies 4y ago
The word "strong" is not well defined in this context. But usually it is used for languages like Haskell, Idris, PureScript and Elm.
Ruby does not do as many automatic casts as JS. In this regard it may be seen as "stronger".
- straight-shoota 4y agoRuby matches this definition: https://www.wikiwand.com/en/Strong_typing https://www.wikiwand.com/en/Strong_typing Crystal has static type checking though.
- sarchertech 4y agoStrong is frequently used incorrectly and as such the meaning has been diluted. But used the way the OP is using it, strong vs weak is different from static vs dynamic.