PyLambda
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The Lambda Calculus
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The Lambda Calculus is a formal system in mathematical logic and computer science for expressing computation based on function abstraction and application. It was introduced by Alonzo Church in the 1930s as part of his research into the foundations of mathematics.
In Lambda Calculus, functions are treated as first-class citizens, and computation is performed through the application of these functions to arguments. The syntax is minimal, consisting of variables, function definitions (abstractions), and function applications.
For example, a function that adds two numbers can be represented as:
Here, λ denotes a function, and x and y are parameters. This function can be applied to arguments to compute a result.
Lambda Calculus serves as the theoretical foundation for functional programming languages like Haskell and is a cornerstone of modern computer science.
The Lambda Calculus is a formal system in mathematical logic and computer science for expressing computation based on function abstraction and application. It was introduced by Alonzo Church in the 1930s as part of his research into the foundations of mathematics.
In Lambda Calculus, functions are treated as first-class citizens, and computation is performed through the application of these functions to arguments. The syntax is minimal, consisting of variables, function definitions (abstractions), and function applications.
For example, a function that adds two numbers can be represented as:
Here, λ denotes a function, and x and y are parameters. This function can be applied to arguments to compute a result.
Lambda Calculus serves as the theoretical foundation for functional programming languages like Haskell and is a cornerstone of modern computer science.