A Pragmatic Introduction to Category Theory

Explore a pragmatic introduction to Category Theory in this 42-minute conference talk from Scala Days Berlin 2018. Delve into the fundamental concepts of category theory and discover how they can be applied to functional programming in Scala. Learn about key categorical notions such as functors, monads, and natural transformations, and understand their practical implications for software development. Gain insights into how category theory can enhance code abstraction, composition, and reusability in Scala projects. Follow along as the speaker demonstrates real-world examples and use cases, bridging the gap between theoretical concepts and practical application in everyday programming tasks.

A pragmatic introduction to Category Theory by Daniela Sfregola