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On OCaml and the JS platform

ReScript, née BuckleScript, is a state-of-the-art compiler that used to target OCaml (and Reason), but is fast moving away from its parent language. OCaml compatibility is high on my list of desirable features, and I’ve been disillusioned with the direction the project has veered into. So I took matters into my own hands. Read on!

What ReScript looks like today

The BuckleScript project started out as an OCaml to JavaScript compiler. Last year, after a surprising announcement and discussions that I’ll choose not to rehash in this space, ReScript has made it clear that they’ll be pursuing a new direction for the project, which includes…

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