Perso-Arabic Input Methods and Making More Emacs Apps BIDI Aware
Offered By: EmacsConf and Emacs hangouts via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore Perso-Arabic input methods and bidirectional text support in Emacs in this 20-minute conference talk from EmacsConf 2021. Learn about the development of Persian input methods for Emacs and their applicability to other Perso-Arabic scripts. Discover how Emacs has become a comprehensive environment for Perso-Arabic users, integrating features like email, address books, typesetting, and organization tools. Examine the implications of bidirectional text support on various Emacs applications, including spell checking, email composition, contact management, and calendar functions. Gain insights into Persian typesetting with XeLaTeX and the option of using right-to-left Perso-Arabic aliases for LaTeX commands. Understand the importance of Unicode support and shaping libraries in creating a truly multilingual editing environment.
Syllabus
EmacsConf 2021: Perso-Arabic Input Methods And Making More Emacs Apps BIDI Aware - Mohsen BANAN
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