algol68g ☆
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Description:
Algol 68 compiler-interpreter
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 3.10.9@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: compiler interpreter algol68 programming-languages legacy
Install: brew install algol68g
About:
Algol 68G is a modern compiler and interpreter for the Algol 68 programming language. It implements the Revised Report and allows users to execute algorithms and programs written in this historically significant language. The tool serves as both an educational resource for understanding language design and a practical environment for running legacy scientific code.
Key Features:
  • Full implementation of the Revised Report on Algol 68
  • Support for complex numbers and flexible arrays
  • Interactive command-line environment
  • Cross-platform compatibility
Use Cases:
  • Learning and teaching programming language theory
  • Executing historical scientific and mathematical algorithms
  • Exploring non-imperative language paradigms
Alternatives:
  • GNU Algol – An older Algol 68 implementation; Algol 68G is more actively maintained and feature-complete.
License: GPL-3.0-or-later
Dependencies: libpq
Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, sonoma, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux
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