Learn MOONSCRIPT with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 21, 2025
Learning Path
Learn Lua basics
Study MoonScript syntax and constructs
Practice compiling and running `.moon` files
Use classes, comprehensions, and destructuring
Integrate with Lua projects or game engines
Skill Improvement Plan
Week 1: Variables, functions, tables
Week 2: Loops, comprehensions, conditionals
Week 3: Classes and inheritance
Week 4: Lua interoperability
Week 5: Building small projects/games
Interview Questions
What is MoonScript and how does it relate to Lua?
How do you define a class in MoonScript?
Explain comprehensions in MoonScript.
How do you compile MoonScript to Lua?
What are the main benefits of MoonScript over plain Lua?
Cheat Sheet
x = 10 - variable assignment
-> - function shorthand
class Name ... - class definition
[v*2 for v in values] - table comprehension
require 'module' - load Lua module
Books
Programming in MoonScript
Mastering Lua and MoonScript
Game Scripting with MoonScript
Lua for Developers
Lua Patterns and Best Practices
Tutorials
MoonScript basics
Classes and inheritance
Table comprehensions
Lua interoperability
Building small games with MoonScript
Official Docs
MoonScript official repository
MoonScript compiler documentation
MoonScript syntax guide
Community Links
MoonScript GitHub
Love2D community forums
LuaRocks community
Stack Overflow MoonScript questions
Game dev and scripting forums
Community Support
MoonScript GitHub repository
Love2D forums
LuaRocks community
Lua and game development communities
Stack Overflow MoonScript questions