Consistency and aesthetics. It sort of feels like...

# language-proposals

[ianbrandt]

Consistency and aesthetics. It sort of feels like an oversight. All the other types can be clearly inferred from their literals. Expressive literal syntax just seems like something that belongs with/fully actualizes/compliments type inference. Sets the example and precedent for future languages.

...All subjective reasons. Point taken about the cost/benefit of syntax changes.