Functional Programming in Java

Adopting the Functional Style

Picking up new syntax is relatively easy, but changing the way we design and think takes more effort. Programming in the functional style in Java is a paradigm shift, and we’ve seen examples that show this change is good. Let’s discuss some ways in which we can make an easy and successful transition to this exciting new world in Java.

Following a few practices we discussed in ​Essential Practices to Succeed with the Functional Style​, will help us get better at functional-style coding. Java is now a mixed-paradigm language with support for imperative, object-oriented, and functional programming. We have to judiciously balance them, but the ability to do so comes from experience, trying out designs, and evaluating ...