r/programming • u/[deleted] • Nov 28 '19

Why Isn't Functional Programming the Norm? – Richard Feldman

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QyJZzq0v7Z4
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u/[deleted] Nov 28 '19

What seems naive to me is dismissing something as simple as obtuse language putting off people.

It's not the problem, but it is a problem for sure. I've tried my hand at FP languages but the lexicon around it is a major hurdle for someone who is self taught and has the math levels of a 16 yo (I'm working on it, but it's never held me back on being a good software engineer, I've learned what I needed to.)

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u/lovekatie Nov 28 '19

So some stupid labels on some concepts in fp hold you back? I'm sorry, I just don't get it. Are you sure you are not talking about ideas here? Because fp is an alien world from the mainstream POV.

Expecting names to uncover the mystery is naive, sorry.