The term "programming language" is often used to describe the medium we use to communicate with computers. However, to what extent can we also use programming languages like we use regular language? For example, could we use them to directly share ideas and thoughts with other people? Could programming be as live as a regular conversation? To what extent would such a live programming environment be ripe for mining novel ideas that would not only benefit the computer industry as a whole and yet even support artistic practices? This talk will explore these questions in detail emphasising the role and importance of functional languages in this context. What might a programming environment which has sufficient liveness, rapid feedback and tolerance of failure look like? Could we make such an environment live enough to support music performances? What benefits would such a style of programming offer business? Could live programming be beneficial for rapid prototyping, exploring big data sets, and even communicating formal business ideas?
