Do we even need func keyword?

[me2beats]

var num = 1

do_something1():
    pass

static do_something2():
    pass

_ready():
    do_something1()

Looks kinda unusual, but imo it's clear that do_something1 and do_something2 are functions.

[dalexeev]

Personally, I find this less obvious and less readable since declarations keywords are usually highlighted in a bright color or bold text. The var name: Type = value syntax is used in many languages. The same goes for function declarations, although the keyword may be different (function, func, fun, fn, procedure, proc, def). C and C++ are exceptions, but they favor conciseness over friendliness.

We prefer not to have multiple syntax options doing the same thing. For example, we have two dictionary styles, but the Lua style allows you to omit quotes for keys. We have two setter/getter styles, but the alternative style allows you to use a separate function like setget in 3.x. An alternative function declaration syntax would not bring any bonuses other than aesthetic ones. I think it's not worth it, it would only complicate parser, clutter documentation, etc.

Also, judging by the reactions and activity over almost 2 years, this proposal did not receive support. So I think it's reasonable to close this discussion. Thanks for the contribution nonetheless!