Functional Programming with JavaScript
Write Cleaner, More Predictable Code Using Functional Principles and Modern JavaScript
Master functional programming in JavaScript. Learn pure functions, immutability, composition, and modern techniques to write cleaner, more predictable code with practical examples.
About This Book
Quick Overview
Master functional programming in JavaScript. Learn pure functions, immutability, composition, and modern techniques to write cleaner, more predictable code with practical examples.
Key Topics Covered
- Pure functions
- Immutability patterns
- Higher-order functions
- Function composition
- Array methods and data transformation
- Closures and lexical scoping
- Currying and partial application
- Functional recursion
- Form validation systems
- Application architecture without classes
- Functional utilities development
- Declarative programming
- Functors and monads
- JavaScript functional libraries
- ES6+ functional features
Who Should Read This Book
Intermediate JavaScript developers, Programmers transitioning from object-oriented paradigms, Frontend developers seeking cleaner code patterns, Backend JavaScript developers, React and Node.js developers, Software engineers focused on code quality and maintainability
Prerequisites
Basic JavaScript knowledge, Understanding of ES6+ syntax, Familiarity with JavaScript functions and arrays, Basic programming concepts
Table of Contents
About This Publication
This comprehensive guide takes you on a journey from functional programming fundamentals to advanced JavaScript implementation techniques. You'll learn to write code that is easier to test, debug, and maintain by applying functional principles systematically. Through practical examples and real-world projects, you'll master pure functions, immutability, composition, and other essential functional programming concepts. The book emphasizes hands-on learning with complete code examples that you can experiment with immediately. By the end of this book, you'll confidently apply functional programming principles to solve complex JavaScript challenges, create reusable utility functions, and build applications that are more predictable and maintainable. The knowledge gained will fundamentally change how you approach JavaScript development.
Book Details
- Format
- File Size
- 1.9 MB
- Chapters
- 14
- Code Examples
- 99
- Exercises
- 99
- Difficulty Level
- beginner
- Reading Time
- 28-32
Special Features
• Complete source code examples using modern JavaScript syntax • Hands-on projects including functional form validation and todo applications • Progressive learning structure from basics to advanced concepts • Practical exercises and coding challenges throughout • Comprehensive appendices with syntax references and terminology • Integration examples with React and other popular frameworks • Comparison guides between functional and object-oriented approaches • Real-world application patterns and best practices • Library and tooling recommendations for functional JavaScript development
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