Programming in Lua

by Roberto Ierusalimschy

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Book Summary

Roberto Ierusalimschy's Programming in Lua offers a thorough exploration of the Lua programming language, designed to empower developers with a deep understanding of its mechanisms and applications. With its concise yet rich content, the book caters to both newcomers and experienced programmers seeking to harness Lua's flexibility for diverse projects.

  • Simplicity and power: Lua combines straightforward syntax with powerful features, enabling elegant solutions without unnecessary complexity.
  • Metatables and metamethods: These mechanisms provide Lua with its unique ability to customize behavior, supporting object-oriented and other advanced programming paradigms.
  • Coroutines: Lua's coroutine system facilitates cooperative multitasking,...

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