Learn MOONSCRIPT with Real Code Examples

Defining a class with methods

List comprehension for table filtering

Pattern matching on tables

Creating modules with MoonScript

Embedding MoonScript in Love2D game

Check generated Lua code for syntax issues

Ensure correct Lua version is used

Watch indentation carefully (MoonScript is indentation-sensitive)

Use verbose compilation mode for debugging

Test MoonScript functions with small Lua scripts

Unit test compiled Lua output

Validate MoonScript syntax using compiler

Check function behavior in Lua runtime

Test class hierarchies and inheritance

Verify table comprehensions and destructuring

Distribute compiled Lua code

Embed MoonScript in Lua applications

Use in game engines (Love2D, Roblox)

Automate compilation in CI/CD

Package as Lua modules

MoonScript compiler (`moonc`)

Lua runtime (Lua 5.1+)

LuaRocks for dependency management

IDE/editor plugins for MoonScript

Love2D and Roblox engines

Lua modules and libraries

Game engines like Love2D

Embedded Lua scripting in apps

CI pipelines for compiling MoonScript

Testing frameworks for Lua/MoonScript

Write small functions for clarity

Compile frequently to catch syntax errors

Use comprehensions instead of loops

Integrate with Lua testing frameworks

Leverage IDE snippets and syntax highlighting

Compile and debug complex MoonScript code

Integrate with Lua libraries

Use comprehensions effectively

Write reusable classes and modules

Embed MoonScript in game projects