FAQ

Find answers to common questions about the Zith programming language.

Categories

Philosophy

• Why was Zith created?
• What are the design principles?
• What trade-offs were made?

Security

• How does Zith ensure memory safety?
• What vulnerabilities does Zith prevent?
• Is Zith suitable for security-critical applications?

Rust Comparison

• How does Zith compare to Rust?
• When should I choose Zith over Rust?
• What can Rust do that Zith can't?

Use Cases

• What is Zith best suited for?
• Can I use Zith for web development?
• Is Zith good for embedded systems?
• Can I build games with Zith?

Quick Answers

Q: Is Zith production-ready? A: Zith is currently in active development. While the core is stable, we recommend it for learning, prototyping, and non-critical projects until version 1.0.

Q: Does Zith have garbage collection? A: No. Zith uses a compile-time ownership model similar to Rust but simpler, with zero runtime overhead.

Q: Can I call C code from Zith? A: Yes! Zith has excellent FFI (Foreign Function Interface) with C, allowing you to use existing C libraries.

Q: How steep is the learning curve? A: Zith is designed to be approachable. If you know C or similar languages, you can write basic programs in hours. Advanced features take longer to master.

Q: What platforms does Zith support? A: Zith currently supports Linux, macOS, and Windows on x86_64. ARM support is in progress.

Q: Is there an IDE or editor support? A: Yes! Zith has a language server (LSP) with support for VS Code, Vim, Emacs, and other LSP-compatible editors.

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