D for projects similar to Forth Interpreters?

[Tim M]

On Sat, 28 Feb 2009 22:53:25 +1300, JohnZ <nospam at myip.tks> wrote:

> In this case what would be the pros and cons if any of D compared with
> C or asm?


C probably optimizes well based on its age. Asm will make some routines a  
few microseconds faster. But D will ensure whole project not be delayed by  
a few years.

Profile the d for the slow spots, optimize those and maybe include inline  
asm there. Have the ability to link to existing c (and some C++) libraries  
if needed. Profit :)

D is well suited to interpreters.

PS: any thing unique about forth interpreters compared to other  
interpreted languages?