April 2018
Beginner to intermediate
406 pages
9h 33m
English
Overview
Phoenix Web Development is your step-by-step guide to building powerful web applications using the Phoenix framework and the Elixir programming language. Developed for performance and scalability, this book takes you through the process of creating a production-ready application from start to finish. By the end, you'll have mastered the fundamentals of functional programming in web development.
What this Book will help me do
- Understand the Phoenix framework's structure and how to create maintainable web applications.
- Learn to efficiently handle real-time updates and user interactions using Phoenix Channels.
- Master the utilization of Elixir OTP features, including GenServers, for stable application development.
- Explore techniques for writing and testing database interaction code to ensure robustness and reliability.
- Gain practical skills for deploying and running production-ready Phoenix applications confidently.
Author(s)
Brandon Richey is an experienced software developer with a strong background in functional programming and web development frameworks. He has leveraged Elixir and Phoenix in real-world projects to create scalable, reliable web applications. Through his approachable and detailed writing style, Brandon shares his expertise to help you achieve your career goals in modern web development.
Who is it for?
This book is ideal for software developers familiar with the basics of Elixir who are interested in building scalable web applications. Readers should have a background in web technologies and be motivated to enhance their skill set with functional programming concepts. Whether transitioning to Elixir or seeking to deepen practical knowledge of Phoenix, this book equips readers to achieve their goals.
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