🚀 Functional Programming and JavaScript

Functional programming (FP) is a paradigm that treats computation as the evaluation of mathematical functions and avoids changing state or mutable data. JavaScript, being a flexible language, supports FP principles through features like pure functions, higher-order functions, and immutable data structures.

📌 Key Concepts in FP with JavaScript

1. Pure Functions

   • Predictable and side-effect-free.
   • Example:

     const add = (a, b) => a + b;  
     

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2. Higher-Order Functions

   • Functions that take other functions as arguments or return them.
   • Common examples: map, filter, reduce
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3. Immutability

   • Avoid modifying original data. Use .slice() or libraries like Immutable.js.
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4. Currying & Partial Application

   • Transform functions to accept one argument at a time.
   • Example:

     const multiply = (a, b) => a * b;  
     const double = multiply.bind(null, 2);  
     

💡 Benefits of FP in JavaScript

• Easier to test and debug.
• Promotes code reusability.
• Enhances readability with declarative style.
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🧠 Practical Use Cases

• Data transformations (e.g., filtering user lists).
• Asynchronous operations with Promise chains.
• State management in React (functional components).

For further exploration, check out our guide on JavaScript Functional Programming Patterns. 🌐