Vlaams Codex 't Es simpel, 't es plansen, 't es Vlaams!
A parody programming language using Flemish dialect keywords that compiles to Python. Write in West-Vlaams, Antwerps, Limburgs, and more - then execute seamlessly!
# coding: vlaamsplats
plan doe
zet naam op tekst weeireld amen
maak funksie groet met wie doe
klap tekst gdag plakt spatie plakt tekst aan plakt spatie plakt da wie amen
gedaan
roep groet met da naam amen
gedaan
Why Vlaams Codex?
Experience programming in your native Flemish dialect with powerful features
Multi-Vlaams Dialects
Write code in 7 Flemish dialects with 80+ command aliases. West-Vlaams, Antwerps, Limburgs, Brussels, Genks, and more!
Explore Dialects →Magic Mode
Run .plats files directly with Python using custom encoding. No compilation step needed - it just works!
Learn How →Interactive REPL
Try Platskript in real-time with the interactive REPL. Test your code instantly with live feedback.
Start REPL →Python Integration
Seamless transpilation to Python. Use any Python library and framework with Platskript syntax.
View Spec →VS Code Extension
Full syntax highlighting, IntelliSense, and code snippets for the best development experience.
Install Extension →Easy Installation
One-line installation with pip. Supports pipx for isolated environments and development mode for contributors.
Install Now →Quick Start
Get started with Vlaams Codex in seconds
Install
# Using pip
pip install vlaamscodex
# Or using npm
npm install vlaamscodex
Run Your First Program
plats run examples/hello.plats
Or Use Magic Mode
python examples/hello.plats
Multi-Vlaams Dialect Commands
Every command works in 7 Flemish dialects! Use whichever feels most natural.
| Command | Standard | West-Vlaams | Antwerps | Limburgs | Brussels |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Run Program | run |
voertuut |
doet |
gaon |
doeda |
| Interactive REPL | repl |
proboir |
smos |
efkes |
praot |
| Browse Examples | examples |
tuuntnekeer |
toondada |
loatskien |
toontmansen |
| Check Syntax | check |
zijdezekers |
istdagoe |
kloptda |
isdagoe |
| New Project | init |
allehop |
awel |
allei |
maakaan |
| Fortune | fortune |
zegt |
watteda |
wiste |
spreuk |
Explore Examples
Learn by doing with ready-to-run examples
Join the Community
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