Learn LUA with Real Code Examples

Use LuaJIT for faster execution

Minimize table creation in hot loops

Reuse objects to avoid GC pressure

Profile code with Lua profilers

Optimize string concatenation using table.concat

Avoid running untrusted scripts directly

Sandbox the Lua environment

Limit access to OS libraries

Use secure coding practices when exposing APIs

Validate input to Lua scripts

Use logging for runtime monitoring

Profiling via Lua profilers

Track coroutine performance

Monitor memory usage for large tables

Debug using REPL and IDE tools

Follow Lua style guides

Use linters like luacheck

Write unit tests with busted

Document modules and functions

Profile and optimize critical code paths