Iloko Programming Language CLI

Iloko is an Ilocano-inspired esolang (esoteric programming language) designed for fun, creativity, and cultural expression.
It allows you to write programs using Ilocano-style syntax and run them easily from your terminal.

How to Install and Run

Follow these steps to set up your environment and run your first Iloko program.

1. Create a Project Folder

First, navigate to or create a new folder for your project.

mkdir my-iloko-project
cd my-iloko-project

2. Create a Virtual Environment

Create a Python virtual environment to keep dependencies isolated.

python3 -m venv venv

3. Activate the Virtual Environment

On macOS/Linux:

source venv/bin/activate

On Windows (Command Prompt):

.\venv\Scripts\activate

4. Install the Iloko CLI

Use pip to install the command-line tool.

pip install iloko-cli

5. Create Your First Iloko File

Create a new file named test.iloko.

touch test.iloko

6. Write Your Iloko Code

Open test.iloko in your code editor and paste the following code:

IPAKITA "Hello, CLI! Nagmayat!"
IPAKITA "---"
IKABIL a = 100
IKABIL b = 25
IPAKITA a * b

7. Run the Program

Go back to your terminal (make sure your venv is still active) and run the file using the iloko command:

iloko test.iloko

8. See the Output

You should see the following output in your terminal:

Hello, CLI! Nagmayat!
---
2500

About Iloko

• Keywords: IPAKITA, IKABIL, NO, and more (case-insensitive)
• File Extension: .iloko
• Language Base: Built in Python
• Goal: Promote programming through Ilocano-inspired syntax and creativity
• Type: Esoteric (Esolang)

Created By

DOS Team

Bringing Ilocano culture into programming and technology.
Python-powered. Community-inspired.