This document provides an overview of the Hex PM Packages, which are a collection of curated packages for the Hex package manager. Hex is a package manager for Elixir, a functional programming language designed for building scalable and maintainable applications.
Quick Start
Here's a quick guide to get you started with Hex PM Packages:
- Install Hex: First, make sure you have Hex installed. You can do so by adding it to your
mix.exs
file or by using the commandmix local.hex
. - Add a Package: Once Hex is installed, you can add a package to your project by running
mix hex.add <package_name>
in your project directory. - Update Packages: To update a package, run
mix hex.update <package_name>
.
Popular Packages
- Ecto: A powerful ORM for Elixir that allows you to work with databases in a more functional style.
- Phoenix: A robust web framework for building web applications and APIs with Elixir.
- Jason: A fast JSON encoder/decoder for Elixir.
Getting Started with Ecto
Ecto is a popular ORM for Elixir. It provides a rich set of features for interacting with databases, including schema definitions, queries, and migrations.
- Install Ecto: Add Ecto to your project by running
mix hex.add ecto
. - Define Your Schema: Create a new Ecto schema file in your project directory, such as
lib/my_app/schemas/user.ex
. - Run Migrations: To create the database table, run
mix ecto.create
.
Resources
For more information on Hex PM Packages and their usage, you can visit the following resources:
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