On: The seven programming ur-languages (2021)

[golf_mike]

So why is it called "ur"?

[pdevr → golf_mike]

For those wondering, this is a common word used in the academia - you can check #3 here:

https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ur

[vaylian → golf_mike]

Because most other languages descended from these early languages.

[golf_mike → vaylian]

Actually never heard that expression before. Thought I might not be in the know of some very obvious jargon. Turns out it was just plain English.

[thrill → golf_mike]

That's the essence of the conversation here, isn't it?

[golf_mike → thrill]

I had never heard this expression before. I thought it was jargon. Thanks for your kind explanation :)