Functional Programming in Plain Terms

Functional Programming in Plain Terms

Explore functional programming concepts from a Ruby and Rails perspective in this 29-minute conference talk from RailsConf 2022. Demystify complex jargon like monads, functors, algebraic data types, and parametric polymorphism using everyday language. Gain a rich set of functional programming ideas to apply to your projects, learning how to compose simple pieces into powerful solutions. Discover the true nature of monads and how these concepts can enhance your Ruby and Rails development. Walk away with practical knowledge to implement functional programming techniques in your own work, making your code more composable and easier to reason about.