ClojureScript now supports async/await syntax, bringing JavaScript's popular asynchronous programming model to the Clojure compiler. The feature enables more readable and maintainable asynchronous code for developers working in the language.
The ClojureScript team released async/await functionality in their latest update, allowing developers to write asynchronous operations using familiar JavaScript patterns. The implementation integrates with ClojureScript's existing concurrency primitives while providing a more intuitive syntax for handling promises and asynchronous flows.
Async/await has become standard in modern JavaScript development, and its addition to ClojureScript reduces friction for developers switching between languages or working in polyglot environments. The feature works seamlessly with ClojureScript's core libraries and existing async utilities.
The release generated significant interest in the developer community, with discussion highlighting improved code readability and alignment with JavaScript ecosystem practices. Implementation details and migration guidance are available in the official release notes.
Source: [ClojureScript Release Notes](https://clojurescript.org/news/2026-05-07-release) | [Discussion](https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48059662)
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