January 2020
Intermediate to advanced
470 pages
11h 13m
English
Overview
Unleash the power of JavaScript functional programming with this updated second edition. In 'Mastering JavaScript Functional Programming,' you will learn essential techniques like function composition, currying, and immutability to improve your programming effectiveness. This book gives you the tools to write clean, testable, and maintainable web and server-side applications.
What this Book will help me do
- Understand foundational functional programming constructs such as pure functions and higher-order functions and their use in JavaScript.
- Utilize advanced techniques like currying, function composition, and functional design patterns to write modular code.
- Learn how to apply immutability and declarative programming to create more reliable and predictable JavaScript applications.
- Implement practical solutions to real-world problems using recursion and functional data types like lenses and prisms.
- Explore functional reactive programming concepts to manage complex event streams and asynchronous data handling.
Author(s)
Federico Kereki is a seasoned software engineer with extensive experience in JavaScript and functional programming methodologies. With a passion for teaching and simplifying complex concepts, he has authored multiple books and technical resources aimed at empowering developers worldwide. Federico's approach emphasizes practical application, clear explanations, and hands-on examples.
Who is it for?
This book is ideal for JavaScript developers seeking to deepen their programming mastery. With a focus on applying functional programming techniques, it caters to frontend and backend developers looking to create more efficient and reliable applications. Individuals familiar with ES2019 or higher will benefit most from its advanced concepts and practical examples.
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