
Indie dev unleashes rei-lang: because ordinary numbers are too basic, now with fields, infinite zeros, and ontology baked in—just 4 axioms to rule them all
Researchers have developed Rei, a computational system grounded in Dimensional Fujimoto Universal Mathematical Theory, which challenges conventional programming assumptions by introducing a center-periphery pattern for numbers. Rei's design philosophy, based on four irreducible axioms, addresses the existence of values and provides a new perspective on computation and ontology. The system's syntax directly reflects its axioms, allowing for multidimensional number literals, extension, reduction, function composition, and value fixation. With 2,011 passing tests and a Zenodo DOI of 10.5281/zenodo.18651614, Rei has demonstrated real-world performance advantages, including a 74% average code reduction and improved expressiveness. Available on GitHub and npm, Rei has the potential to impact various domains, including natural science, information engineering, and humanities, by providing a new framework for understanding and working with values and their existence. The development of Rei marks a significant step forward in the field of computer science, with implications for the way we approach programming and computation.