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Some array programmers inspired by Arthur Whitney write code like this. I wouldn't call it an abomination per se, it's a specific style meant for a specific person. They find that way of writing C to be nice. It's somewhat popular among people who implement K-like array languages.

A usual result of using array languages is a want to have that same terseness in other languages. Array languages usually deviate from the style and aesthetic of general programming languages. It may be jarring to look at, but as with anything, a little experience with using them can go a long way with understanding why many people work with something so "unreadable".