Learn J with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 20, 2025
Learning Path
Learn basic syntax and array operations
Understand nouns, verbs, adverbs, conjunctions
Practice tacit programming (point-free)
Apply J for statistics and math problems
Build complex data transformations
Skill Improvement Plan
Week 1: Basic arrays and arithmetic
Week 2: Defining verbs and using adverbs
Week 3: Tacit programming and functional composition
Week 4: Statistical and data analysis tasks
Week 5: J integration with Jupyter or external systems
Interview Questions
What are nouns and verbs in J?
Explain tacit programming in J
How do adverbs and conjunctions modify verbs?
When would you choose J over Python or MATLAB?
Describe array-oriented programming in J
Cheat Sheet
a = 1 2 3
b = 4 5 6
c = a + b
f = +/ (sum of array)
g = *: (square each element)
Books
J for C Programmers
J for Engineers and Scientists
Programming in J
J for Mathematical and Statistical Computing
Tacit Programming in J
Tutorials
Getting Started with J
Array-Oriented Programming in J
Functional and Tacit Programming
Data Analysis and Statistical Computing
Building Algorithms with J
Official Docs
J Language Documentation
J Standard Library Reference
J Tutorials and Guides
J User Community Resources
Jupyter Integration with J
Community Links
J Software Forum
JWiki
GitHub J Projects
StackOverflow J Tag
Academic papers using J
Community Support
J forums and mailing lists
J software wiki and documentation
GitHub repositories with J scripts
StackOverflow J tag
Academic papers using J