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lua-pro

Idiomatic Lua: tables as the universal structure, metatables, modules, and embedding patterns. Use when writing, reviewing, or structuring Lua code (games, embedded scripting, Neovim, Redis, nginx).

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# Lua Pro

## Overview

Lua's genius — **one data structure (the table), first-class functions, and ruthless simplicity** —
makes it the premier embedding language (games, Redis, nginx/OpenResty, Neovim, Wireshark). Professional
Lua means mastering tables deeply, using metatables judiciously, writing clean modules, and respecting
the 1-based, dynamically-typed reality instead of fighting it.

The through-line: small language, deep mastery — tables, closures, and coroutines cover nearly everything.

## When to use

- Writing or reviewing Lua for games, embedded scripting, or config (Neovim, AwesomeWM).
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