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Is Iverson's APL still influential in the field of computer science today?

  • Yes, particularly in certain aspects and circles

  • No

  • Yes, in all aspects

  • Only in historical studies

Answer

Certainly. Iverson's APL has retained its influence over niche segments of computer science. Primarily acknowledged for pioneering array programming and introducing novel notation, APL's concepts resonate with researchers and practitioners interested in functional and array-based programming paradigms, domain-specific languages, and elegant mathematical notation in computing.
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