Yehonathan Sharvit

Join Yehonathan Sharvit, author of "Data-Oriented Programming," as he dives into the fascinating world where data reigns supreme in software development. He explains four foundational principles that make data a first-class citizen, enhancing application performance and user experience. Sharvit discusses the differences between data-oriented and object-oriented paradigms, the pros and cons of static vs. dynamic typing, and the significance of immutable data. Get insights on real-world applications, community engagement, and evolving practices in this dynamic field.

Yehonathan Sharvit, author of Data-Oriented programming, discusses with James Lewis the revolutionary concept of data-oriented programming, its benefits in reducing software complexity, and its flexibility across multiple programming languages. They explore topics such as handling large amounts of data, evolving interfaces, the advantages of immutability in managing changes, and breaking big problems into smaller ones for enhanced code readability and maintainability.

Yehonathan Sharvit, an author and cybersecurity pro at CyCognito, shares his journey from struggling with C++ and Java to discovering the elegance of Clojure. He emphasizes how Clojure reignited his passion for development and details the crucial role of experienced engineers in a team. The discussion dives into complex challenges like data schema management and software dependencies, plus the ongoing debate between sticking with Clojure or migrating to TypeScript. Yehonathan’s insights are both inspiring and practical for developers navigating their tech stacks.