Why Code in Node.js Often Gets Rejected by SoundCloud
Exploring common pitfalls in Node.js code submissions and how functional programming techniques can improve code quality, readability, and maintainability in server-side JavaScript.
Java Collections Puzzlers
Interactive session exploring surprising behaviors and pitfalls in Java Collections Framework, covering ArrayList, HashMap, null handling, and immutability. Gain insights to improve your use of this widely-used API.
Change is the Only Constant - Really
Explore unmodifiable collections in Java, their differences from immutability, and their significance in object-oriented programming. Gain insights into the Java Collections Framework design.
Functional Web APIs
Explore functional programming principles for building robust and maintainable web APIs, enhancing code quality and reducing complexity in backend development.
Let's Make a Contract - The Art of Designing a Java API
Explore principles for designing effective Java APIs, focusing on consistency, simplicity, and user-friendliness. Learn from real-world examples and Java standard libraries to create intuitive and robust interfaces.
From Objects to Functions
Exploring functional programming techniques for error handling and logging in Kotlin, with practical examples to improve code readability and maintainability.
Event Streaming Applications with Kafka Streams, Spring Kafka, and Actuator
Explore event streaming with Kafka Streams, Spring Kafka, and Actuator. Learn to build scalable, fault-tolerant applications using live coding examples for consumers, producers, and fraud detection streams.
Sharing 2 Years Experience Using Scala in a Real Project by a Java Team
Insights and experiences from a Java team's 2-year journey adopting Scala/Akka, covering best practices, pitfalls, and lessons learned in functional programming and interoperability with Java and Groovy.
Refactoring to Java 8
Discover techniques for updating existing code to leverage Java 8 features like lambdas and streams, with insights on performance impacts and best practices for refactoring.
Functional Patterns for Scala Practitioners
Explore functional programming patterns in Scala, including algebraic data types, typeclasses, error handling, and property-based testing. Learn to leverage Scala's functional nature for more robust and composable code.
Designing Functional and Fluent API - Example of the Visitor Pattern
Explore functional programming techniques to implement the Visitor pattern without modifying object models, leading to readable and robust code design following GoF patterns.
You Might Not Need JavaScript Classes
Explore alternatives to JavaScript classes, discussing potential issues and suggesting simpler, safer, and more idiomatic patterns for object-oriented programming in JavaScript.
Back to the Future - How 80s Arcade Games Taught Me Clojure
Discover how developing a 2D arcade game can be an effective method for learning Clojure and functional programming, turning frustration into an engaging educational experience.
Functional Programming in Kotlin
Explore functional programming in Kotlin, focusing on declarative style, lambda expressions, and key functions like filter, map, and reduce to reduce code complexity.
Write Better Functional Java Code
Explore functional programming in Java 8-11, transitioning from imperative OOP to leverage powerful built-in features for more efficient and expressive code.
Hook up Your ReactNative App
Explore React Hooks in ReactNative: benefits, implementation, and impact on mobile app development. Learn to create reusable, efficient components without classes.
Design Patterns in the Light of Lambda Expressions
Explore how lambda expressions transform design patterns, enhancing code clarity and efficiency while reducing complexity in modern programming paradigms.
The Zen of Programming - A Personal Journey Towards Writing Beautiful Code
Explore a developer's 40-year journey through coding paradigms, principles, and challenges, gaining insights to inspire your own path towards creating elegant, efficient, and beautiful code.
A Java 8 Lambda Is All You Need for Distributed Background Jobs
Discover JobRunr: transform Java 8 lambdas into distributed background tasks. Run CPU-heavy or I/O-intensive jobs asynchronously, scale effortlessly, and focus on delivering value to end users.
Back to the Future - How 80s Arcade Games Taught Me Clojure
Discover how developing a 2D game can help master Clojure and functional programming concepts. Learn through practical code examples inspired by classic arcade games.
Functional Web APIs in Practice
Explore functional programming in Kotlin for building robust web APIs, focusing on performance, validation, testing, and concurrency without relying on traditional frameworks.