Why Janet Is the Surprising Language of 2026

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore Janet, the Lisp-like language that's quietly becoming a favorite for scripting, systems, and AI glue code. They discuss its minimalist core, its powerful macro system, its built-in support for parallel processing and networking, and why it's gaining traction among developers who want the expressiveness of Lisp without the parentheses baggage. With concrete examples and a look at its growing ecosystem, they make a case for why Janet deserves a spot in every developer's toolkit. Plus, they explain why its small footprint and fast startup make it ideal for embedded and edge applications. If you've ever wondered about the future of programming languages beyond the mainstream, this episode is for you. #JanetLang #LispDialects #FunctionalProgramming #ScriptingLanguage #SystemsProgramming #AIProgramming #DeveloperTools #TechPodcast #ProgrammingLanguages #CodeCraft #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #FexingoTechnology #ModernCoding #OpenSource #EmbeddedSystems #EdgeComputing #LanguageDesign Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo