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{{Disambiguation|message=This article is about the Nix language itself. Not to be confused with the [[Nix ecosystem]], the [[Nix package manager]] or the [[Nix (command)|Nix command]].}}{{Expand|scope=article}} | |||
The Nix language is designed for conveniently creating and composing <i>derivations</i> – precise descriptions of how contents of existing files are used to derive new files. | The Nix language is designed for conveniently creating and composing <i>derivations</i> – precise descriptions of how contents of existing files are used to derive new files. | ||
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{{Note|Check the [https://nixos.org/manual/nix/stable/language/ Nix Reference Manual on the Nix Language] for up-to-date documentation and [https://nix.dev/tutorials/nix-language Nix language basics] for a gentle introduction.}} | {{Note|Check the [https://nixos.org/manual/nix/stable/language/ Nix Reference Manual on the Nix Language] for up-to-date documentation and [https://nix.dev/tutorials/nix-language Nix language basics] for a gentle introduction.}} | ||
The .nix files are | The .nix files are written in the Nix language. While being a NixOS user doesn't demand complete mastery of Nix, customizing code snippets is necessary. | ||
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== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Nix Expression Language: Learning resources|Learning resources]] | * [[Nix Expression Language: Learning resources|Learning resources]] | ||
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* [[Nix Language Quirks]] | * [[Nix Language Quirks]] | ||
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[[Category:Pedias]] | [[Category:Pedias]] | ||
[[Category:Nix Language]] | [[Category:Nix Language]] | ||
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