Elixir Community Updates: Enhanced Error Handling and New Features

This news update covers various updates in the Elixir community including a PR for better protocol error readability, new OTP features, and upcoming event announcements.

Dec 03, 2024

Using Elixir to Support Environmental Health Projects

Emily deGroot and Tom Collins discuss how the Open Landscape Network utilizes Elixir for environmental recovery systems, highlighting their journey and challenges.

Dec 02, 2024

Creating an ALSA Port Driver for Audio Playback in Elixir

In this talk, Joseph Stewart discusses his journey to develop an ALSA port driver in C for use with Elixir for audio playback, including various challenges and tools encountered along the way.

Dec 01, 2024

Insights from the Elixir Team on Recent Developments

Andrea provides an update on the Elixir team's recent projects and future plans.

Nov 26, 2024

Exploring the Gleam Programming Language: A Path to Type-Safe Systems

In this presentation, Giacomo Cavalieri discusses Gleam, a language designed for building type-safe systems that scale. He introduces its design philosophy, the concept of friendliness in programming languages, and its capabilities in creating concurrent and fault-tolerant systems.

Nov 27, 2024

Elixir Community Updates: Kubernetes Debate and Innovations in LiveView and Gleam

Mark Ericksen and David Bernheisel discuss various updates in the Elixir community, including a promising self-hosting experience shared by Parker Selbert, insights from José Valim on the Kubernetes versus Elixir debate, the release of Gleam v1.6.0, and exciting advancements in Phoenix LiveView.

Nov 26, 2024

Developing a Custom Kafka Client for Elixir

Saša Jurić discusses the challenges and solutions for creating a custom Kafka client tailored to the needs of a team using Elixir, noting that existing libraries did not meet their demands.

Nov 25, 2024

Building Unbiased Machine Learning Systems with Elixir and Erlang

In this talk recorded at Code BEAM America 2024, Rashmi Nagpal explores how Elixir and Erlang can be used to develop unbiased machine learning systems, addressing algorithmic bias and advocating for fairness in AI.

Nov 25, 2024

Exploring Motion Tracking Using Bumblebee and Liveview in Elixir

This talk by Caitlyn Burns discusses the integration of motion tracking in Elixir applications using Bumblebee and Liveview, showcasing the challenges and solutions for building such an application.

Nov 25, 2024

Optimizing Application Performance with Connection Pools in Elixir

In this video, David Alencar explores connection pools in PostgreSQL and how to enhance application performance using Poolboy in Elixir.

Nov 12, 2024

Accelerating Hardware Development Using Nerves

Lars Wikman discusses the challenges in IoT and on-hardware development due to poor tooling and slow cycles, and introduces Nerves, an open source project that leverages Erlang, OTP, and Elixir to improve these processes.

Nov 25, 2024

Improving XML Parsing Efficiency in Elixir

In this talk recorded at Code BEAM America 2024, the speaker discusses a project aimed at improving XML parsing in Elixir by 10 times for large payloads.

Nov 21, 2024

Celebrating 5 Years of the Erlang Ecosystem Foundation and Its Contributions

This talk summarizes the five-year journey of the Erlang Ecosystem Foundation (EEF) and highlights key initiatives that have enhanced the community, technology, and collaboration within the ecosystem.

Nov 20, 2024

Connecting Elixir and Ruby Apps with BEAM Tools

This talk explores how to connect Elixir and Ruby applications using BEAM-specific tools like EPMD and :rpc.

Nov 19, 2024

Elixir Community News Update: New Features and Events

Mark Ericksen discusses recent developments in the Elixir community, including new MacOS builds for OTP, advancements in Elixir NX, and updates on Phoenix Live View.

Nov 19, 2024

Update on OTP developments from the core team

This talk provides an update from the OTP Core Team on their ongoing work, recorded at Code BEAM America 2024.

Nov 14, 2024

Recent Developments in Elixir by José Valim

José provides updates on recent developments and upcoming features in Elixir.

Nov 14, 2024

Exploring the Evolution of Hex in the Elixir Ecosystem

In this talk recorded at Code BEAM Europe 2024, Wojtek Mach discusses the development and milestones of Hex, the package manager for Erlang and Elixir, over the past decade.

Nov 13, 2024

Elixir Community Updates and Tips in Podcast Episode 228

News includes updates on ElixirConf, Gleam and Curiosum surveys, a Phoenix cheatsheet tip, and LangChain project improvements.

Nov 12, 2024

Using Elixir to Create a Solver for Battleship Solitaire

Matt Savoia explores the process of solving the Battleship Solitaire puzzle using Elixir.

Nov 08, 2024

Integrating Rust into Elixir Applications Using NIFs

Maksymilian Jodłowski presents on integrating Rust with Elixir through Native Implemented Functions (NIFs) at the 33rd Elixir Meetup hosted by Curiosum.

Oct 24, 2024

Exploring Bun as an Alternative for Asset Management in Phoenix

In this video, Andrew Stewart discusses the replacement of Phoenix's default asset management system, which uses a hex package wrapping ESBuild, with Bun.

Nov 04, 2024

Introducing the Mishka Chelekom Component Library for Phoenix Applications

Mishka Chelekom is a new open-source component library designed for Phoenix applications, providing a unique code generation approach to facilitate future updates.

Nov 05, 2024

Exploring Phoenix LiveView and its Similarities to React

In this video, Daniel Bergholz explains what Phoenix LiveView is, providing examples and comparisons to React.

Nov 04, 2024

Porting Nerves to the Spotify Car Thing

Eric Rauer provides an in-depth look at porting Nerves to the Spotify Car Thing, discussing challenges and steps involved in this project aimed at reducing e-waste.

Nov 03, 2024

Overview of the Boombox API built on Membrane

Mateusz Front presents Boombox, a new multimedia tool on top of Membrane, as part of Elixir Stream Week.

Oct 24, 2024

Building a Scalable Real-time Twitch Clone with Elixir

Chris will demonstrate how to build a scalable real-time Twitch-like application using LiveView, Elixir WebRTC, and Fly.io.

Oct 24, 2024

Highlights of Elixir 1.18 and its New Features

José Valim discusses the advancements in Elixir v1.18, covering the type system research, Language Server support, and built-in JSON capabilities.

Oct 22, 2024

Overview of New Features in Elixir v1.18 by José Valim

José discusses the upcoming features in Elixir v1.18, including type system advancements and built-in JSON capabilities.

Oct 25, 2024

Evaluating the Benefits of Serverless Functions with Chris McCord

In this video, Chris McCord discusses whether serverless functions are genuinely easier and more economical compared to traditional methods for elastic scaling.

Oct 29, 2024

Exploring Gleam's Development within the BEAM Ecosystem

This talk discusses how Gleam is evolving the BEAM ecosystem, originally shaped by Erlang, to address new challenges and attract a broader developer community.

Oct 28, 2024

Using Tests as Documentation in Elixir

German Velasco discusses how tests in Elixir can provide valuable documentation, particularly when run with specific flags for improved output.

Oct 29, 2024

Exploring Elixir for Realtime Product Implementation

In this video, the presenter discusses the reasons behind choosing Elixir for their Realtime product and explores implementation details such as clustering and message sending.

Oct 28, 2024

Transforming a Vintage Rotary Phone into a Modern Cell Phone with Nerves and Elixir

In this episode, Bryan Green discusses how he repurposed a 1930s rotary phone into a cell phone using Elixir and Nerves, highlighting the project's challenges and successes.

Oct 24, 2024

Overview of the New Features in Elixir 1.18

This is a recording of the stream featuring Jose Valim discussing the new features in Elixir 1.18.

Oct 21, 2024

Understanding RAFT and its application in large-scale databases

In this talk recorded at Code BEAM America 2024, the speaker discusses the challenges of achieving consensus in distributed computing and explores the RAFT consensus algorithm and its implementation in WhatsApp's database.

Oct 20, 2024

Talking LiveView Native with Brian DockYard

Peter Ullrich talks to Brian Cardarella about LiveView Native.

Oct 19, 2024

Enhancing Elixir's Capabilities with LiveState

Chris Nelson discusses extending the functionalities of Elixir using LiveState in this presentation.

Oct 15, 2024

Understanding the Introduction of Phoenix Contexts in Phoenix Framework

In this article, the author discusses the introduction of Phoenix Contexts and their significance in separating web and core domain layers in Phoenix applications.

Oct 15, 2024

Integrating OpenID Connect into Erlang and Elixir Applications

This talk, recorded at Code BEAM America 2024, focuses on integrating OpenID Connect into web applications and APIs using Erlang and Elixir.

Oct 13, 2024

Insights from Distributed Systems in Elixir

In this presentation, Miriam Pena shares her experiences and challenges faced while working with distributed systems using Elixir.

Feb 06, 2019

Best Practices for Clear and Maintainable Code in Elixir

Saša Jurić, an experienced Elixir mentor, discusses best practices for producing clear and maintainable code at ElixirConf EU 2021.

Sep 20, 2021

Exploring the New Date.shift/2 Function in Elixir 1.17

Elixir 1.17 introduces the Date.shift/2 function, enabling users to manipulate dates in a more intuitive way by shifting them by specific time units without simple arithmetic.

Oct 01, 2024

Leveraging AI and LLMs in Elixir/Phoenix Applications

This talk discusses how to employ AI and LLM in Elixir applications, showcasing hands-on strategies.

Oct 02, 2024

How LiveView Can Help Streamline Team Efficiency

A dive into the theory of constraints, team topologies, queueing theory, and how LiveView fits in.

Jun 21, 2023

Understanding Elixir Distribution and Its Benefits

In this talk, the speaker discusses the pros and cons of Elixir distribution and its integration with the Erlang VM, providing insights on maximizing cluster value and avoiding common pitfalls.

May 19, 2023

Identifying the Slowest Modules in Your Elixir Test Suite

Elixir 1.17 introduces a flag for ExUnit to identify the slowest modules in your test suite, allowing for performance improvements.

Sep 27, 2024

Mastering LiveView JS for Enhanced Phoenix Applications

Unlock the full potential of Phoenix LiveView with this comprehensive guide to LiveView JS commands. The video covers all 19 commands in detail, along with examples and best practices.

Sep 23, 2024

Exploring ExUnit 1.17's Feature to Identify Intermittent Test Failures

Elixir 1.17 introduces a new feature in ExUnit to tackle intermittent test failures, allowing developers to repeat tests until one fails.

Examining the Flaws in Remix's Concurrent Submissions

José Valim discusses the issues with Remix's handling of concurrent submissions in this live stream recording.

Sep 17, 2024