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Just Enough Functional Programming in JavaScript

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Overview

In the last few years, the software development industry has seen a resurgence of functional programming. But what is it? And how do you get started?
“Just Enough” is an introduction to functional programming, written in JavaScript, that doesn’t get bogged down in the jargon and mathematical theory that can be so intimidating. Instead, it provides an approachable introduction to the paradigm that will give you the education and confidence you need to start using the programming style right away.
With “Just Enough” as our guide, this course will focus on the foundational knowledge needed to approach any functional language. By the end of the course, you will understand:
higher order functions
pure functions
immutability
currying
partial application
pointfree programming
functional composition
In just 30 minutes, you’ll learn more than just enough.

Syllabus

  • Course Introduction to Just Enough Functional Programming In JavaScript
  • Modify Functions with Higher Order Functions in JavaScript
  • Avoiding Mutations in JavaScript with Immutable Data Structures
  • Refactor a Function to Use Currying in JavaScript
  • Identify Side Effects by Comparing Pure and Impure JavaScript Functions
  • Create Reusable Functions with Partial Application in JavaScript
  • Eliminate Anonymous JavaScript Functions with Pointfree Programming
  • Build Up Complex Functionality by Composing Simple Functions in JavaScript
  • Improve JavaScript Function Usability with Proper Argument Order in Functional Programming
  • Using the Associative Property in JavaScript Functional Compositions
  • Debug Functional Compositions with a Logging Side Effect in JavaScript

Taught by

Kyle Shevlin

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