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Tcl 8.6 is a new version of the Tcl language currently in beta release that is compatible with the current 8.x line of releases. Many new features have been introduced, with numerous detailed changes. Also, the core set of extensions has been extended.

Features:
-Core OO system
After years of choosing between many object oriented extensions to Tcl, one has finally been blessed and integrated into the core. It is designed with Tcl's natural flexibility in mind.
-Coroutines
Tcl 8.6 has a new non-recursive bytecode engine (aka stackless). This allows several new features, notable coroutines (sometimes referred to as generators).
-Core zlib support
Zlib compression is now included with Tcl, allowing for stream-based compression and other functionality.
-PNG image format
Tk 8.6 adds support for the PNG image format (in addition to the existing GIF and PPM). This common format for icons and images makes creating great looking Tk applications even easier.
-ttk::spinbox Widget
Tk 8.6 adds a themed version of the spinbox widget, consistent with the classic version but adapted to the widget theming engine.
-Tcl DataBase Connectivity (TDBC)
Among the several new extensions that ship with the Tcl 8.6 core, TDBC stands out. It is an interface standard for databases to make connecting Tcl with databases more portable and secure.

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