Expert Talk - Functional Programming

Explore the world of functional programming in this expert talk featuring Russ Olsen and Christian Romney. Delve into the nature of the paradigm, its advantages, and common misconceptions. Gain insights from Olsen's war stories and learn how functional programming positively influences code. Discover the essence of functional programming, its benefits over other paradigms, and practical advice for getting started. Follow along as the speakers discuss topics such as the need for understanding category theory, personal journeys into functional programming, and the paradigm's impact on code quality. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced developer, gain valuable knowledge to enhance your programming skills and consider incorporating functional programming techniques into your work.

Intro
What is functional programming?
What are the advantages of functional programming?
Misconceptions about functional programming
Do you need to understand category theory for FP?
How did you get started with functional programming?
Russ Olsen's war stories
The influence of FP on code
Advice on how to get started with FP
Outro