Parsing in C# from First Principles

Explore the fundamentals of parsing in C# through this comprehensive 58-minute conference talk. Learn how to build parsers for complex languages using simple patterns and plain C#. Discover the essential techniques for language implementation, including query design, object-oriented programming, and tree structures. Delve into parse functions, delegate types, and token-driven parsing. Gain insights on tokenization, semantics, and testing strategies. Understand the limitations and practical applications of parsing in real-world scenarios. Elevate your programming skills by mastering the art of creating simple query languages and domain-specific languages for more expressive and succinct code.