TechTalk: Programming in Lisp

What makes a programming language a Lisp, and what makes Lisp a programming language? In this TechTalk, we explore the essence of one of the most enduring and enigmatic languages in the history of computing. In this talk, we’ll move from the tangible to the abstract: we’ll start with hands-on examples from a concrete Lisp implementation and end with the philosophical roots that make Lisp so beloved by hackers and theorists. Along the way, we’ll discover recurring themes of structure and simplicity as we explore data structures, virtual machines, grammars, and symbols. A journey for both the practical programmer and the curious mind.