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A simple, fast, compiled programming language for maintainable software, with zero library dependencies and automatic C-to-V translation.

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What is it?

V is a statically typed, compiled programming language aimed at developers who want a small, readable language that compiles quickly. The project states that V compiles itself in under a second and has no library dependencies. Its main backend emits human-readable C, and the project also provides C and JavaScript backends, along with a REPL and cross-compilation.

The language emphasizes safety with no null values, no globals, and immutability by default. Memory management is configurable: a garbage collector is the default, with options for manual memory management, arena allocation, or autofree. Built-in pieces include an ORM, the veb web framework, and a graphics library, and a cross-platform UI library lives in a separate repository.

V also includes a tool for translating C code into V, and the README highlights Vinix, an OS kernel written in V, as an example of low-level work in the language.

Key features

  • 01Compiles itself in under a second with no library dependencies
  • 02Main backend emits human-readable C, with C and JavaScript backends also available
  • 03No null, no globals, and immutability by default
  • 04Configurable memory management: GC, manual, arena, or autofree
  • 05Built-in ORM, web framework (veb), and graphics library
  • 06Automatic C to V translation

Use cases

  • Writing maintainable command-line tools or backend services in a compact language
  • Building low-level software such as drivers or kernels
  • Translating existing C code into V
  • Building small web applications with the built-in veb framework

Quick start

  1. 1

    Clone the V repository

    git clone --depth=1 https://github.com/vlang/v
  2. 2

    Enter the repository directory

    cd v
  3. 3

    Build the V executable

    make
  4. 4

    Run the hello world example

    ./v run examples/hello_world.v

Things to know

  • The README says the language is early-stage and will still have changes before 1.0.

Topics

#programming-language#compiler#c-to-v#web-framework#orm#systems-programming#language

FAQ

What is v?
A simple, fast, compiled programming language for maintainable software, with zero library dependencies and automatic C-to-V translation. V is a statically typed, compiled programming language aimed at developers who want a small, readable language that compiles quickly. The project states that V compiles itself in under a second and has no library dependencies. Its main backend emits human-readable C, and the project also provides C and JavaScript backends, along with a REPL and cross-compilation.
Is v free to use? What license does it have?
v is open source under the MIT license. Check the license terms before using it in commercial products.
Is v still maintained?
Actively maintained. The last commit to v was on Oct 21, 2026.
What can I use v for?
Writing maintainable command-line tools or backend services in a compact language Building low-level software such as drivers or kernels Translating existing C code into V Building small web applications with the built-in veb framework
How do I install v?
Clone the V repository: git clone --depth=1 https://github.com/vlang/v Enter the repository directory: cd v Build the V executable: make Run the hello world example: ./v run examples/hello_world.v
Where can I get v?
The source code and installation instructions are on GitHub: https://github.com/vlang/v

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