# concatenative programming language

> type of programming language

**Wikidata**: [Q4230857](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q4230857)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Concatenative_programming_language)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/concatenative-programming-language

## Summary
A concatenative programming language is a type of programming language. It is characterized by the concatenative programming paradigm. This means it is a language designed for communicating instructions to a machine.

## Key Facts
*   **Classification:** A concatenative programming language is a subclass of programming language.
*   **Programming Paradigm:** Its programming paradigm is concatenative programming.
*   **Wikidata Description:** It is described as a type of programming language.
*   **Wikipedia Title:** Its main Wikipedia entry is "Concatenative programming language".
*   **Wikipedia Languages:** Information is available in English (en), Portuguese (pt), Russian (ru), Serbian (sr), Ukrainian (uk), and Chinese (zh) Wikipedia.
*   **Freebase ID:** It has a Freebase ID of `/m/03mdmn`, referenced on October 28, 2013.
*   **Sitelink Count:** It has 6 sitelinks.
*   **Main Category:** Its main category is Category:Concatenative programming languages.
*   **Related Language (Cat):** Cat is a related programming language, which was incepted in 2006.
*   **Related System (Script):** Script is a related scripting system used for Bitcoin transactions.

## FAQs
### Q: What is a concatenative programming language?
A: A concatenative programming language is a specific type of programming language. It is defined by its adherence to the concatenative programming paradigm, which dictates how instructions are structured and executed.

### Q: What is the programming paradigm associated with concatenative programming languages?
A: The programming paradigm associated with concatenative programming languages is concatenative programming. This paradigm is a fundamental characteristic of these languages.

### Q: Are there any specific examples of concatenative programming languages or related systems?
A: Yes, Cat is a programming language related to this type, which originated in 2006. Additionally, Script is a related scripting system used for Bitcoin transactions.

### Q: How many Wikipedia language editions feature an article on concatenative programming languages?
A: An article on concatenative programming languages is available in six Wikipedia language editions: English, Portuguese, Russian, Serbian, Ukrainian, and Chinese.

## Why It Matters
Concatenative programming languages represent a distinct approach within the field of computer programming. As a specific type of programming language, they offer a unique paradigm for instructing machines, which can lead to different ways of structuring code and solving computational problems. Their existence contributes to the diversity of programming language design, providing alternatives to more common paradigms. The study and use of such languages expand the understanding of programming language theory and practical application, influencing how developers think about program composition and execution.

## Notable For
*   **Distinct Paradigm:** Defined by its adherence to the concatenative programming paradigm, distinguishing it from other language types.
*   **Classification:** Serves as a specific subclass within the broader category of programming languages.
*   **Related Implementations:** Has related implementations such as the Cat programming language and the Script system for Bitcoin transactions.
*   **Wikipedia Presence:** Featured across multiple Wikipedia language editions, indicating its recognized status in the programming community.

## Body

### Definition and Classification
A concatenative programming language is fundamentally a type of programming language. It is classified as a subclass of the general concept of a "programming language," which is defined as a language used for communicating instructions to a machine. The Wikidata description explicitly states it is a "type of programming language."

### Identifiers and Metadata
*   **Freebase ID:** The entity is identified by the Freebase ID `/m/03mdmn`. This identifier was referenced on October 28, 2013.
*   **Sitelink Count:** It has a total of 6 sitelinks across various platforms.
*   **Wikipedia Title:** The primary Wikipedia article for this entity is titled "Concatenative programming language."
*   **Wikipedia Languages:** Wikipedia articles are available in the following languages:
    *   English (en)
    *   Portuguese (pt)
    *   Russian (ru)
    *   Serbian (sr)
    *   Ukrainian (uk)
    *   Chinese (zh)
*   **Topic's Main Category:** The main organizational category for this topic is Category:Concatenative programming languages.

### Programming Paradigm
The defining characteristic of a concatenative programming language is its adherence to the "concatenative programming" paradigm. This paradigm dictates the operational model and structure of programs written in such languages.

### Related Entities
Several entities are related to the concept of a concatenative programming language:
*   **Cat:** This is a programming language that is related to concatenative programming. Its inception date is recorded as 2006. References for this inception date include Q8447 and Q206855. Cat has 2 sitelinks.
*   **Script:** This is a scripting system specifically used for Bitcoin transactions.

## References

1. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013