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Squeak vs Mono

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Squeak

7.0
Developer Tools

Smalltalk programming system

Mono

7.0
Developer Tools

Open source implementation of Microsoft's .NET Framework

Metric Squeak Mono
Category Developer Tools Developer Tools
AI Score 7.0 7.0
30-day Installs 5 634
90-day Installs 25 1.9K
365-day Installs 97 11.7K
Version 6.0,22148 6.12.0.206
Auto-updates No No
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 77 11.4K
GitHub Forks 4 3.8K
Open Issues - 2.3K
License Apache-2.0 NOASSERTION
Language Rust C#
Last GitHub Commit 2y ago 1y ago
First Seen Aug 3, 2016 Oct 20, 2013

Reviews

Squeak

Squeak is a Smalltalk programming system offering a unique environment for developers interested in this older, less common language. It leverages Rust for event-driven programming, providing a modern twist on classic Smalltalk.

Provides a programming environment for Smalltalk development.

Pros

  • + Unique programming environment for Smalltalk enthusiasts
  • + Modern implementation using Rust
  • + Open-source under Apache-2.0 license

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature
  • - Limited community engagement

Mono

Mono is an open-source implementation of Microsoft's .NET Framework, enabling developers to run and build .NET applications on macOS. It provides a robust environment for cross-platform .NET development, supported by an active community.

Mono provides a runtime environment and development tools for .NET applications on macOS.

Pros

  • + Cross-platform support
  • + Open-source
  • + Essential for .NET development on macOS

Cons

  • - No auto-updates
  • - High number of open issues