Crystal

Crystal is an open-source programming language for developers working on Linux. It uses syntax similar to Ruby, while remaining a separate language rather than aiming for Ruby compatibility. The language uses static type checking with inferred types, so developers do not have to specify the types of variables or method arguments.

Crystal can call C code through bindings written in Crystal. It supports compile-time evaluation and code generation to help avoid repetitive boilerplate. Programs compile to efficient native code. These capabilities make Crystal a Developer Tools entry for programmers seeking a compiled language with concise syntax and static checking.

MirrorNest distributes the official Crystal build directly from its own storage. The build is scanned for malware before it is published. The listing is intended for Linux users looking to download Crystal through the MirrorNest catalog.