Together with the Arch Linux Open Source Project, openSUSE not only announced the latest package for the Nim language but also tuned support for this statically typed, imperative programming language to an optimal level. the Nim language not only dramatically improves programmer runtime efficiency but also integrates concepts from mature languages such as Python, Ada, and Modula.
When asked about openSUSE’s support for the latest Nim, language creator Andreas Rumpf said, “The software can run off the system, but if you really need one, it’s best to choose a system that optimally supports Nim. And SUSE is a very good choice”.
Nim was created in 2005, and Rumpf talks about many aspects of the emerging programming language in his recently released book, Mastering Nim.
Dominik Picheta, the core developer of Nim and author of Nim in Action, said, “I’m very excited to see the first release that optimally supports Nim. Hopefully, more releases will follow in the future.
In addition to the macro system and efficient runtime, another advantage of Nim is the standard library. Like most other languages, Nim’s libraries cover most of the standard features, including script processing and formatting, asynchronous code development, networking and high-level language features (such as the editor itself), and NimScript.
More importantly, Nim provides a rich set of tools by default. The compiler can support C, C++ and JavaScript on the backend, among others. In addition, there are tools to simplify development.
● nim compiler
● nimsuggest (supports language recommendation, automatic compilation. error/issue detection, etc.)
● nimgrep (powerful grep replacement with built-in Nim support to find characters and insert Nim code).
● nim-gdb wrapper (gdb support for Nim types)
● nimble (package manager)
