Functional Programming: A Gentle Introduction by Frederick Polgardy
Functional Programming seems to be all the rage, but what is it? Do I need to have a Ph.D. in mathematics or computer science to understand it? Do I need to learn Erlang or Lisp or Haskell to use it? In this presentation, we'll talk about:
- The history and philosophy of FP and functional languages
- Fundamental concepts and "patterns" of FP
- Pure and impure functional languages
- How FP differs from other programming paradigms
- How non-functional languages have hijacked FP concepts
When: Thursday, September 25, 6:00-7:30
Where: Obtiva, 566 W. Adams St., Suite 400, Chicago, IL
Eating: Giordano's Pizza
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