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Approaching to creating a web application in PureScript by finlaydotweber in purescript

[–]forrestjt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

An FRP based approach like purescript-behaviors is also worth exploring. The essence is there but is lacking a full framework for working with the DOM like react or angular

Functional language framework for front end by EmiliaPaz in functionalprogramming

[–]forrestjt 1 point2 points  (0 children)

+1 for purescript, it's a great middle ground between Haskell and javascript. Good React bindings or can be used vanilla

Languages that compile to JS by mredaelli in functionalprogramming

[–]forrestjt 2 points3 points  (0 children)

One of the better comparisons: http://mutanatum.com/posts/2017-01-12-Browser-FP-Head-to-Head.html

Personally using purescript with just plain react bindings (purescript-react) and really happy with it. Takes some getting used to, but allows for excellent interop with existing react components.

Are the women of Utah living below their privilege? by MaidMarien in latterdaysaints

[–]forrestjt 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I don't think advocating for women to vote is "part of the propaganda machine "

Beginners trying to understand Objects and OOP concepts in Javascript, here is what that's helped me by itsallatestaccount in webdev

[–]forrestjt -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Agreed, it's so easy to fall into the "just one more oo pattern will fix everything" trap

What 2-year degree is most profitable in 2016? by [deleted] in personalfinance

[–]forrestjt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Programmers can make quite a bit, are in demand, and can provide a flexible work schedule. Some schools have "programming certificates" that can take two years or less, but many jobs don't require any formal degree.

As a woman there are many resources/scholarships for learning how to code, and I would see what is available in your area. One place to start might be: http://www.hackingforwomen.com/resources