rlying the FFI library
and its interaction with both Lua and C&nbsp;code.
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Given that the FFI library is designed to interface with C&nbsp;code
and that declarations can be written in plain C&nbsp;syntax, <b>it
closely follows the C&nbsp;language semantics</b>, wherever possible.
Some minor concessions are needed for smoother interoperation with Lua
language semantics.
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Please don't be overwhelmed by the contents of this page &mdash; this
is a reference and you may need to consult it, if in 