polyglot

Construct polyglot programs valid in multiple languages using comment syntax.

1|Updated Dec 26, 2025

Search Tags:#code generation #scripting #compilation #polyglot #interpretation #cross-language

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npx skills add https://github.com/DammianMiller/universal-agent-memory --skill polyglot

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Skill: polyglot
Source: https://github.com/DammianMiller/universal-agent-memory/tree/main/.factory/skills/polyglot
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DammianMiller/universal-agent-memory --skill polyglot

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables the creation of programs that can be compiled or interpreted by multiple programming languages simultaneously, leveraging language-specific comment syntax and parser quirks to achieve cross-language compatibility.

Core Features & Use Cases

Cross-Language Compatibility: Write single source files that are valid in distinct programming environments.
Exploiting Syntax Differences: Utilizes comment syntax (e.g., //, #, /* */) and language parser behaviors to hide code from one language while making it executable in another.
Use Case: Develop a single script that can be compiled as a C program and also interpreted as a Python script, performing similar logic in both environments.

Quick Start

Use the polyglot skill to create a program that compiles as C and runs as Python, targeting C and Python.

Frequently Asked Questions about polyglot

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I write a single source file that runs as both a C and Python program?▼

To write a cross-language program, you exploit comment syntax differences like `//`, `#`, and `/* */` to hide code from one interpreter or compiler while making it executable in another. This technique requires careful management of language-specific behaviors.

What is a polyglot program and how does cross-language compilation work?▼

A polyglot program is a single source file that compiles and runs in multiple programming languages simultaneously. Cross-language compilation works by exploiting language-specific parser quirks and comment styles to mask code intended for one environment from another.

Can I use comment syntax to create scripts compatible with both Rust and C compilers?▼

Yes, you can create Rust and C compatible scripts by leveraging language-specific comment syntax and parser behaviors. This approach allows a single source file to be recognized as valid input by both distinct execution environments.

What are the limitations of writing polyglot code for diverse execution environments?▼

The main limitation of writing polyglot code is the strict requirement to test in each target interpreter or compiler, as parser quirks vary wildly. You must carefully manage language-specific comment styles to prevent syntax errors across diverse environments.

Does cross-language code generation work for interpreted and compiled languages simultaneously?▼

Yes, cross-language code generation works for interpreted and compiled languages by carefully structuring the source file. It uses comment syntax to hide executable logic from the compiler while exposing it to the interpreter, though testing in both is required.