Exploring the Genealogy of 8,945 Programming Languages from the 18th Century

Online Historical Encyclopaedia of Programming Languages

Exploring the Genealogy of 8,945 Programming Languages from the 18th Century

I have compiled an online historical encyclopaedia tracking 8,945 programming languages from the 18th century to today. This resource maps 7,800 influence links and over 11,000 citations to reveal the complex family tree of computer languages. You can explore the taxonomy, navigate the Gernsback Machine, and understand exactly what defines a computer language through detailed reports and references.

An online roster and genealogy of 8945 programming languages from the 18th century to the present, featuring 7,800 influence links and over 11,000 citations.

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