# How Fortran Still Powers High-Performance Computing in 2026

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Published: 2026-07-12T22:25:57+00:00
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When we think of modern programming, Fortran doesn't come to mind. But in 2026, Fortran remains a cornerstone of high-performance computing, especially in weather simulation, physics modeling, and scientific research. Lucas and Luna dive into why Fortran persists: its unmatched array syntax, decades of optimized libraries, and the sheer cost of rewriting validated code. They discuss real examples like the ECMWF weather model and the U.S. National Weather Service, where Fortran code from the 1970s still runs in production. They also cover modernization efforts like Fortran 2018 and Coarray Fortran for parallel computing. If you think Fortran is dead, this episode will change your mind. #Fortran #HighPerformanceComputing #ProgrammingLanguages #Technology #ScientificComputing #WeatherSimulation #ECMWF #NationalWeatherService #LegacyCode #Fortran2018 #CoarrayFortran #NumericalWeatherPrediction #HPC #SoftwareEngineering #Coding #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #TechPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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