Hi everyone,
I’m excited to share a project I’ve been developing: protoClojure, a new Clojure dialect built directly on top of protoCore, a C++20 object model and runtime kernel designed from the ground up for GIL-free multithreading, structural immutability, and concurrent garbage collection.
What is protoClojure?
protoClojure is an exploration into bringing the expressive power of Clojure semantics onto a high-performance, native C++20 runtime kernel. Rather than targeting the JVM, it leverages protoCore’s engine, allowing it to benefit from native concurrency, minimal GC pauses, and direct integration with low-level execution paths.
Why protoCore underneath?
protoCore provides a robust foundation featuring:
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GIL-free threads and true parallel execution.
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Immutable structures shared by structure, making concurrent data handling safe and efficient.
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A modern runtime architecture shared with other dialects in the ecosystem (like protoST and protoScala).
It is currently in its early stages, but the core mechanics are up and running. I would love to hear thoughts, feedback, or ideas from the community regarding alternative runtime targets for Clojure semantics and native integration.
You can check out the repository and follow its progress here:
Looking forward to connecting with fellow Clojure developers!