In-depth Discussion on Functional Programming with Brooklyn Zelenka

In this episode, Brooklyn Zelenka, a recurring guest, delves into the realm of functional programming. Brooklyn does not focus exclusively on Elixir but speaks more broadly about the advantages of functional programming versus object-oriented programming (OOP). She highlights key concepts such as abstraction, application, and data orientation. The discussion also touches on other languages like Haskel, Racket, and Clojure, and their respective strengths and challenges. Furthermore, Brooklyn explains the use of macros, the AST concept, and how functional styles can bridge to imperative programming. Real-world applications of these concepts, including the use of functional programming at her company Fission, are also covered.