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Esoteric Programming Languages: Exploring the Niche of Advanced Computational Abstraction

Esoteric programming languages, often abbreviated as "esolangs," represent a unique and unconventional subset of programming languages designed more for experimentation, artistic expression, or challenge rather than practical application. They are often characterized by minimalism, obscurity, or a focus on unconventional paradigms.

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"To be silent" is one of the Powers of the Sphinx, and it is often interpreted to mean that secrecy in occultism is encouraged. But I think secrecy is only one part or manifestation of silence. Secrecy isn't my primary goal; instead, I try to cultivate an inner silence. Human language and perception are so limited that it's only in that sea of silence that everything makes sense.

:spellbook1: FediOccult Book Club—October 2024

:spellbook: Although most of us are still working through Justine Norton-Kertson's UTOPIAN WITCH, it is time for us to start thinking about what we'll read in October!

:spellbook: The FediOccult Book Club is an informal association of practitioners of all backgrounds who come together to read & comment on one chosen book per month. October's book will be announced on September 21.

:spellbook: Please be sure to tag all relevant posts with #FediOccultBookClub

🗳 POLL: Which book will we read for October?

:spellbook1: FediOccult Book Club—September 2024 :spellbook1:

:GreenManCircle: This month, the #FediOccultBookClub will be reading "UTOPIAN WITCH: Solarpunk Magick to Fight Climate Change and Save the World" by Justine Norton-Kertson.

:GreenManCircle: You have until September 30 to read & live-post about UTOPIAN WITCH with your fellow Book Club members.

:GreenManCircle: Not sure what to post? Here are a list of general Book Club prompts to inspire you: basmo.app/generic-book-club-qu

:GreenManCircle: Please remember to tag all relevant posts with the hashtag: #FediOccultBookClub

🛒 Buy the Book:
thriftbooks.com/w/utopian-witc

Basmo · 100 Generic Book Club Questions For Any Book - BasmoA list of 100 generic book club questions split in comprehensive categories for the most meaningful, insightful and intriguing book club conversations.

:spellbook2: FediOccult Book Club—September's Book Announcement and Introduction

:spellbook1: I'm excited to announce that the Book Club will be reading "UTOPIAN WITCH: Solarpunk Magick to Fight Climate Change and Save the World" by Justine Norton-Kertson for September 2024.

:spellbook1: To participate in the Book Club, just pick up a copy of September's book and live-post about it between September 1 and September 30.

:spellbook1: Be sure to tag all relevant posts with the *official* hashtag: #FediOccultBookClub so we can find all of your reviews, prompts, questions, essays, and more.

:blobwizard_sun: Book Club Introductions :blobwizard_sun:

In the replies of this post, feel free to introduce yourself to the other Book Club participants! Tell us about yourself and let us know your initial impressions of UTOPIAN WITCH!