Functional Design: Principles, Patterns, and Practices

Functional Programming is a practical guide to building better systems for real customers by Robert C. Martin. It compares conventional object-oriented coding structures to those enabled by functional languages, identifies the best roles for each, and shows how to build better systems by judiciously using them in context. Martin's approach is pragmatic, minimizing theory in favor of problem-solving. He examines well-known SOLID principles and Gang of Four Design Patterns from a functional perspective, revealing why patterns remain valuable to functional programmers and how to use them to achieve superior results.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 11 October 2023
Publisher: Pearson Education (US)

Functional Design, written by renowned software engineer Robert C. Martin (Uncle Bob), delves into the realm of functional programming and its application in building better systems for real customers. Martin compares conventional object-oriented coding structures in Java to those enabled by functional languages, identifies the most suitable roles for each, and demonstrates how to construct superior systems by judiciously employing them in context.

Martin's approach is pragmatic, prioritizing practical problem-solving over theoretical exposition. Through accessible examples, working developers will discover how the easy-to-learn, semantically rich Clojure language can enhance code cleanliness, design, discipline, and outcomes. Martin examines well-known SOLID principles and Gang of Four Design Patterns from a functional perspective, revealing why patterns remain highly valuable to functional programmers and how to utilize them to achieve superior results.

Understanding functional basics: immutability, persistent data, recursion, iteration, laziness, and statefulness. Contrast functional and object approaches through expertly crafted case studies. Explore functional design techniques for data flow. Utilize classic SOLID principles to write better Clojure code. Master pragmatic approaches to functional testing, GUIs, and concurrency. Make the most of design patterns in functional environments. Walk through building an enterprise-class Clojure application.

Functional Design exudes a timeless quality, with Bob skillfully unveiling how functional programming elements simplify software design while maintaining a pragmatic approach. He ensures that experienced object-oriented programmers transitioning from languages like C#, C++, or Java will feel at ease in this realm.

Weight: 660g
Dimension: 231 x 178 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780138176396