
Why Functional Programming Matters
The Eric Normand Podcast
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Lazy Evaluation in Functional Programming
This chapter explores lazy evaluation in functional programming, highlighting its role in data generation and consumption while promoting modularity and efficiency. It examines the implications of lazy evaluation on side effects and execution order, particularly within imperative programming contexts. The discussion also critiques the mathematical focus of functional programming examples and encourages reflections on broader practical applications.
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