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Pico, a small register-based scripting language I wrote in C
Another C-based scripting language when Lua, Python, and dozens already exist.
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vaergawdd
211mo ago
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A small, compact, register-based scripting language and virtual machine implemented in C. Inspired by clox.
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Pico – a small embeddable scripting VM in C
by vaergawdd·Jul 11, 2026·4 points·2 comments
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Another small embeddable VM when Lua, Wren, and Koto already exist.
Strengths
- •Pipe operator and path join syntax show thoughtful language design
- •Manual and automatic GC modes for different use cases
- •GCC computed goto dispatch for bytecode execution
Weaknesses
- •No clear differentiation from established embeddable VMs
- •Only 6 stars, no release tags, minimal community traction
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Target Audience
C developers needing embeddable scripting
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Lua · Wren · Koto
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