Why Data?

Flint is centered around data, making it the heart of its paradigm, Data-Object Convergence Paradigm (DOCP). In most programming languages, code revolves around objects or functions, but Flint is different—it places data at the center of everything. This design choice influences every aspect of the language.

Why Focus on Data?

• Data is Everything: In real-world applications, data is what programs process, transform, and store. Focusing on data makes Flint naturally aligned with the goals of software development.
• Simplicity and Modularity: By emphasizing data structures, Flint avoids complex object hierarchies, instead favoring simple, modular components. Best of All Worlds: Flint borrows strengths from other paradigms. From OOP, it takes the idea of encapsulated entities. From DOP, it inherits performance-centric, data-first design. Flint avoids the pitfalls of these paradigms by focusing on clear, maintainable, and efficient code.

Why is This a Good Thing?

Flint’s focus on data ensures programs are modular, cache-efficient, and easy to reason about. It reduces unnecessary abstractions while retaining flexibility, making it an ideal language for applications like game development, simulations, and more.

Enough Talk!

Now that you understand why data is so important, let’s dive into creating data structures in Flint. Shall we?