The Eric Normand Podcast Why do I like Denotational Design?
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Oct 10, 2019 Dive into the fascinating world of denotational design as its roots in functional programming are explored. Discover how abstraction transforms concrete implementations into elegant mathematical concepts. The conversation highlights the challenges posed by various typing systems, providing insight into the delicate balance of theory and practice. Tune in to learn why this design approach is both intriguing and pivotal for developers.
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Denotational Design's Value
- Denotational design is a valuable design process for creating novel things.
- It emphasizes stepping back from implementation details and focusing on the fundamental meaning of a concept.
Denotational Design in Practice
- Conal Elliott used denotational design to create functional reactive programming (FRP) and is currently applying it to deep learning.
- This demonstrates the practical applications of this design process.
Start with Meaning, Not Implementation
- Resist the urge to jump into implementation details too early in the design process.
- Instead, focus on the abstract meaning before considering implementation.