Elixir Mix

By: Charles M Wood
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  • Join our weekly discussion of the popular functional language built on top of the Erlang virtual machine. Each week, we discuss the world of Elxiir, Phoenix, OTP, and then BEAM.

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Episodes
  • The Future of Data Transformation: Inside the Development of Babel - EMx 253

    The Future of Data Transformation: Inside the Development of Babel - EMx 253
    Aug 15 2024
    In this episode, we dive deep into the realm of data transformation and developer tools with our special guest, Alex Wolf. They explore the intricacies of Alex's innovative library, Babel, designed for expressive and flexible data transformations, and discuss its real-world applications and advantages over traditional tools like Ecto.
    Join them as they uncover Alex's design philosophy behind Babel, the challenges faced during its development, and the thoughtful optimizations implemented to enhance error reporting and user experience. They also delve into some interesting off-topic conversations, including neurodiversity and its impact on daily routines, eco-friendly alternatives to plastic, and the latest in gaming recommendations.
    Prepare for a journey through cutting-edge programming concepts, practical tips, and personal insights as we bring you a captivating episode filled with valuable information and thought-provoking discussions. So, whether you're a seasoned developer or just keen on the latest tech trends, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss. Let's get started!


    Links
    • Babel

    Socials
    • LinkedIn: Alex Wolf
    • GitHub: alexocode


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    46 mins
  • Exercism’s Tools and Features: A Deep Dive into Concept Exercises and Learning Tracks - EMx 252

    Exercism’s Tools and Features: A Deep Dive into Concept Exercises and Learning Tracks - EMx 252
    Jul 17 2024
    In today's episode, Allen and Adi delve deep into the world of Exercism and the dynamics of open-source coding. Join them as they explore how enthusiastic contributors shape the platform by building and suggesting new exercises, the collaborative atmosphere in track maintenance, and the pivotal role of mentoring. Our special guest, Erik Schierboom, head of open source at Exercism, shares his journey into functional programming and his evolution as a track maintainer. They also discuss exciting new features such as concept exercises, improvements in mentoring with the latest V3 release, and future ambitions, including cross-referencing knowledge through AI and chat GPT for code evaluation. Tune in for an in-depth look at how Exercism fosters learning, community engagement, and innovation in coding education.


    Links
    • Exercism

    Socials
    • LinkedIn: Erik Schierboom


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    48 mins
  • Success in Tech: Language Choices, Career Moves, and Functional Programming - EMx 251

    Success in Tech: Language Choices, Career Moves, and Functional Programming - EMx 251
    Jun 19 2024
    Mark Sebald is a Senior Software Engineer. They explore the fascinating career journeys and diverse experiences of our panel and guest. They also advocate for practical language choices driven by business needs and discuss the challenges of hiring for niche languages and the impact of personal biases in programming.
    Mark shares his transition from programming to management and back, highlighting his love for learning and his deep dive into Elixir and Erlang. He reflects on his varied work experiences, including at BlockFi and in-home health care software, and his plans post-retirement.

    Join them as they discuss the balancing act between management and technical roles, and the appeal of functional programming, and look forward to future projects.

    Socials
    • LinkedIn: Mark Sebald


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    58 mins
Career Success Economics
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