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Just Enough Functional Programming in JavaScript

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Kyle Shevlin
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In the last few years, the software development industry has seen a resurgence of functional programming. But what is it? And how do you get started?

“Just Enough” is an introduction to functional programming, written in JavaScript, that doesn’t get bogged down in the jargon and mathematical theory that can be so intimidating. Instead, it provides an approachable introduction to the paradigm that will give you the education and confidence you need to start using the programming style right away.

With “Just Enough” as our guide, this course will focus on the foundational knowledge needed to approach any functional language. By the end of the course, you will understand:

  • higher order functions
  • pure functions
  • immutability
  • currying
  • partial application
  • pointfree programming
  • functional composition

In just 30 minutes, you’ll learn more than just enough.

Learner Reviews

  • Ben Patton
    2 years ago
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    What did you like about this course?

    Functional programming is something I really want to be good at so the few courses that are here on egghead are wildly valuable to me.

    They explain things with clarity and depth and I truly appreciate it!

  • momin khalil
    4 years ago
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    What did you like about this course?

    Awesome course, helped me understand functional programming and also get my head around =>...=>

    Keep up the great work

    Thank you.

  • nicoandresr rodriguez
    4 years ago
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    What did you like about this course?

    Great introduction to funcional programming in javascript!

  • Talita Gregory
    4 years ago
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    What did you like about this course?

    Is pretty straight forward. I would recommend that to a colleague that is looking for a quick knowledge transfer :)

  • Daniel Fernandez Arias
    4 years ago
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    How will you use what you learned from this course?

    These are great explanations to concepts I can apply directly. to my code without going hardcore into functional programming but at the same time getting great benefits

  • Rohit Jangid
    4 years ago
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    What did you like about this course?

    All concepts were nicely explained.

Course Content

30m • 11 lessons

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