The development of a new Common Lisp implementation is underway, with a focus on supporting ASDF (Another System Definition Facility). Some users expressed enthusiasm, highlighting the significance of having more options in the Lisp ecosystem. Comments indicate an interest in the project's objectives and its potential features, such as having a comprehensive debugger with stepping capabilities, which many free Common Lisp implementations are reportedly missing. This engagement reflects a community eager for advancements in Lisp tooling and the sharing of development experiences.