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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}} | {{Disambiguation|message=This article is about the Nix language itself. Not to be confused with the [[Special:MyLanguage/Nix ecosystem|Nix ecosystem]], the [[Special:MyLanguage/Nix (package manager)|Nix package manager]] or the [[Special:MyLanguage/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. | ||
{{Note|Check the [https:// | {{Note|Check the [https://nix.dev/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 written in the Nix language. While being a NixOS user doesn't demand complete mastery of Nix, customizing code snippets is necessary. | 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 == | ||
* [[Nix | |||
* [[Editor Modes for Nix Files]] | * [[Special:MyLanguage/Nix Language: Learning resources|Learning resources]] | ||
* [[Nix Language: Tips & Tricks]] | * [[Special:MyLanguage/Editor Modes for Nix Files|Editor Modes for Nix Files]] | ||
* [[Nix Language Quirks]] | * [[Special:MyLanguage/Nix Language: Tips & Tricks|Nix Language: Tips & Tricks]] | ||
* [[Special:MyLanguage/Nix Language Quirks|Nix Language Quirks]] | |||
[[Category:Pedias]] | [[Category:Pedias]] | ||
[[Category:Nix Language]] | [[Category:Nix Language]] | ||
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Introduction to Nix
Fundamental concepts
Tools and applications
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Disambiguation: This article is about the Nix language itself. Not to be confused with the Nix ecosystem, the Nix package manager or the Nix command.
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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.
Note: Check the Nix Reference Manual on the Nix Language for up-to-date documentation and Nix language basics for a gentle introduction.
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.