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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. | ||
== See also == | == See also == |
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The Nix language is designed for conveniently creating and composing derivations – precise descriptions of how contents of existing files are used to derive new files.
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.