What Counts as a Programming Language

Explore the boundaries and definitions of programming languages in this thought-provoking conference talk from YOW! 2021. Delve into the distinctions between traditional programming languages like Java and Python, and other tools like CSS, SQL, and HTML. Discover lesser-known languages such as Alloy, Modelica, and SNOBOL, and examine what separates them from more mainstream options. Learn valuable insights about questioning categorizations, identifying assumed context, and gleaning lessons from domain-specific programming languages. Gain a broader perspective on the world of programming and enhance your understanding of language diversity in software development.