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>Functional programming has a steep learning curve Not really. Learning and using F# is not hard. Same for using JS in a functional manner.

>To reap the full benefits of pure functional programming languages, you can’t compromise. You need to use languages that were designed with these principles from the start. Yes and no. F# was designed with functional principles, but you can compromise and you don't have to write 100% functional code.



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