Lua Online Compiler

Lua is a general-purpose programming language created in 1993. This embeddable scripting language has a syntax similar to that of Python. The dynamically-typed code of Lua is highly concise, and you can easily write and read this language. It is often used as an extension language by embedding it in any other language. You can use this to make changes to any basic system, such as a gaming system, website, and art program.

Flexibility, portability, and small size make this language favorite for extending any program.

Lua is popularly used for developing games, web apps, and developer tools. Programmers who need to extend the functionality of an existing app, game, or website often use Lua for this purpose. It is also used for task automation, video game development, industrial applications, network programs, and embedded programming.

Apps and games created or extended using Lua include Venmo, Angry Birds, Roblox, World of Warcraft, Adobe Lightroom, CISCO Systems, and MySQL Workbench.

Learning Resources

You can learn Lua from the following online resources:

• Learn Lua: A free Codecademy course on Lua language.
• Introduction to Lua Programming: A Skillshare course that offers all tools needed for coding.