Scala (programming language)

Scala (/ˈskɑːlɑː/ SKAH-lah) is a general-purpose programming language. Scala has full support for functional programming and a very strong static type system. Designed to be concise, many of Scala's design decisions were inspired by criticism of Java's shortcomings. The name Scala is a portmanteau of scalable and language, signifying that it is designed to grow with the demands of its users.

Scala (programming language)

Scala (/ˈskɑːlɑː/ SKAH-lah) is a general-purpose programming language. Scala has full support for functional programming and a very strong static type system. Designed to be concise, many of Scala's design decisions were inspired by criticism of Java's shortcomings. The name Scala is a portmanteau of scalable and language, signifying that it is designed to grow with the demands of its users.