On Fri, Dec 28, 2012 at 12:18 PM, Nikodemus Siivola nikodemus@random-state.net wrote:
Given the OP's stated goals, I would suggest going with quick list.
Indeed. Nick, if you feel so inclined, you should definitely learn about ASDF and whatnot later on, but these issues are rather uninteresting compared to physics. If you spend too much time fighting ASDF, you'll soon lose interest. :-) So you should definitely give Quicklisp a go.