A Comprehensive Survey of the Lean 4 Theorem Prover: Architecture, Applications, and Advances

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Main Author: Tang, Xichen
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contents This comprehensive survey examines Lean 4, a state-of-the-art interactive theorem prover and functional programming language. We analyze its architectural design, type system, metaprogramming capabilities, and practical applications in formal verification and mathematics. Through detailed comparisons with other proof assistants and extensive case studies, we demonstrate Lean 4's unique advantages in proof automation, performance, and usability. The paper also explores recent developments in its ecosystem, including libraries, tools, and educational applications, providing insights into its growing impact on formal methods and mathematical formalization.
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spellingShingle A Comprehensive Survey of the Lean 4 Theorem Prover: Architecture, Applications, and Advances
Tang, Xichen
Logic in Computer Science
Programming Languages
This comprehensive survey examines Lean 4, a state-of-the-art interactive theorem prover and functional programming language. We analyze its architectural design, type system, metaprogramming capabilities, and practical applications in formal verification and mathematics. Through detailed comparisons with other proof assistants and extensive case studies, we demonstrate Lean 4's unique advantages in proof automation, performance, and usability. The paper also explores recent developments in its ecosystem, including libraries, tools, and educational applications, providing insights into its growing impact on formal methods and mathematical formalization.
title A Comprehensive Survey of the Lean 4 Theorem Prover: Architecture, Applications, and Advances
topic Logic in Computer Science
Programming Languages
url https://arxiv.org/abs/2501.18639