The Eric Normand Podcast Monads in the real world
Aug 22, 2019
Dive into the world of monads and discover their real-world applications! The conversation breaks down complex concepts using relatable examples, making them easy to grasp. Learn how monads function like functors and the crucial join operation. The maybe type in Haskell shines through as it helps manage optional values seamlessly. With analogies like a box of chocolates, you'll see how monads simplify function outputs and enhance programming understanding.
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Monads: Definition and Properties
- Monads are mathematical objects with specific properties, including being functors.
- They have a join operation, which is key to understanding their real-world applications.
Box of Chocolates Analogy
- Eric Normand uses the example of a box of chocolates to explain monads.
- A box of boxes of chocolates is still a box of chocolates, just like a nested monad can be flattened.
To-Do List and Join Operation
- A to-do list with subtasks illustrates the join operation of a monad.
- The nested subtasks can be flattened into a single sequential list.