করো: Translating Code to Other (Human) Languages, and Back Again

Explore the potential of JavaScript as a universal programming language in this thought-provoking conference talk from JSConf EU 2019. Delve into the challenges faced by non-English speakers in the world of programming and discover innovative solutions to make coding more accessible globally. Learn about the করো (koro) project, which adds Bengali support to the Go compiler, and understand how similar techniques could be applied to JavaScript. Gain insights into compilers, character encoding, and the possibilities of creating a truly multilingual programming environment. Examine the barriers non-native speakers encounter when contributing to open-source JavaScript projects and consider strategies to foster collaboration between developers who don't share a common language. This 24-minute presentation challenges the status quo and encourages a more inclusive approach to programming language design and implementation.