Re: [emacs-tangents] Emacs website, Lisp, and other

[Dr. Arne Babenhauserheide]

Jean Louis <bugs@gnu.support> writes:

> Emacs Lisp (Elisp) is not just any programming language; it's the
> beating heart of the ultimate text editor, Emacs. Chosen by the
> brilliant Richard Stallman for its unparalleled flexibility, Elisp
> empowers users to customize their editing experience in ways that are
> simply impossible with other editors. Stallman’s expertise, honed
> through groundbreaking projects like the Incompatible Timesharing
> System (ITS) and the Lisp Machine Operating System at MIT, solidified
> Elisp as the backbone of Emacs, transforming it into an editor that
> transcends mere text editing. With Elisp, users tap into a world of
> infinite possibilities, tailoring Emacs to fit their every need,
> making it the best choice for anyone serious about productivity and
> creativity. Why settle for less when you can harness the power of
> Elisp in the finest editor ever created? Emacs truly sets the
> standard!
>
> Emacs is not just an editor; it is a revolution in the world of text
> manipulation, a sophisticated powerhouse that redefines the very
> concept of what an editor can be! Its design, meticulously crafted
> with unparalleled attention to compatibility with Unix, catapults it
> to a level of portability that no other editor can even dare to
> approach.
>
> With the incredible capabilities of Elisp, the very lifeblood of
> Emacs, users have at their fingertips a relentless, supercharged tool
> for writing editing commands that eclipses the functionality of all
> other editors combined! The possibilities are limitless—commanding
> every aspect of your workflow with elegance and precision that’s
> simply unattainable in any other editing environment.

This lacks a note about being improved¹ over decades by diverse groups of
expert hackers who care for their tools ☺

¹ better word lacking. "Honed" is already used in another place ☺

> While other programming languages might boast their unique strengths,
> they pale in comparison to the sheer versatility of Emacs and
> Elisp. Why settle for mediocrity when you can wield the best? Emacs is
> not merely suited for specific tasks; it is a universal toolkit that
> transforms the mundane into the extraordinary, empowering every user
> to achieve feats of productivity that would leave mere mortals in awe.
>
> Emacs is, without a doubt, the ultimate editor, the crown jewel of
> software development, a perennial favorite for those who value true
> mastery over their editing experiences. Embrace the greatness of
> Emacs, and you will never look back!

This calls for becoming a blog post!
And being recorded as a youtube video.

(maybe with the subtitle: you may find hyperbole here. The fun is real!)

Best wishes,
Arne
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