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The command "scheme" refers to the Scheme programming language. Scheme is a dialect of Lisp, a programming language known for its simplicity and flexibility. Scheme is a minimalist language that focuses on functional programming and is commonly used in teaching introductory computer science courses.
When you run the "scheme" command, you open an interactive environment called a REPL (Read-Eval-Print Loop) where you can type Scheme code and see the result immediately. This environment allows you to experiment with Scheme code, execute it, and see the output in real-time.
In the Scheme REPL, you can define variables, create functions, perform mathematical calculations, and solve problems using various built-in procedures and syntax provided by the Scheme language. The REPL also acts as a debugger, allowing you to identify and fix errors in your code.
Overall, the "scheme" command allows you to run the Scheme programming language interactively in a REPL, providing a platform to write, execute, and experiment with Scheme code in a convenient and iterative manner.