Elixir's Impact: Shaping the Evolution of Erlang • Francesco Cesarini & Andrea Leopardi
GOTO - The Brightest Minds in Tech
Exploring Programming Languages on the BEAM Platform
The chapter delves into the differences between programming languages like Java, Closure, Erlang, and Elixir on the BEAM platform, particularly focusing on the prototyping process that shaped Erlang's design for scalability and fault tolerance. It discusses the evolution of Elixir's features, emphasizing the cautious approach to maintain compatibility and optimize memory usage. Additionally, it covers the expansion of Elixir's ecosystem with new capabilities like machine learning and live-view features for user engagement.
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