Re: Custom key words and statements in C#, possible?

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SpotNet <SpotNet@xxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> More curiosity than actuality for now anyway, just wanted to ask if it's
> possible to extend C# by creating custom made key words and statements?

Not with the normal C# compiler. If you write your own compiler (or
extend the Mono one, for example) you can make it do whatever you like.

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