Why I'm Exciting About Gleam

Introduction

Lately, I’ve been diving into Gleam, a statically typed functional programming language that runs on the BEAM virtual machine. As someone who has experience with languages like Elixir and Erlang, I find Gleam’s approach to type safety and functional programming quite intriguing. In this post, I’ll share why I’m excited about Gleam and what makes it stand out in the world of programming languages.

Type Safety

One of the most appealing aspects of Gleam is its strong emphasis on type safety. Unlike dynamically typed languages, Gleam requires developers to define types explicitly, which helps catch errors at compile time rather than at runtime. This leads to more robust and maintainable code, as potential issues can be identified early in the development process.

Functional Programming Paradigm

Gleam embraces the functional programming paradigm, which encourages immutability and first-class functions. This approach promotes cleaner code and makes it easier to reason about program behavior. With features like pattern matching and algebraic data types, Gleam provides powerful tools for building complex applications in a concise manner.

Conclusion

Overall, I’m excited about the potential of Gleam as a language that combines type safety with the benefits of functional programming. As I continue to explore its features and capabilities, I look forward to seeing how it can enhance my development workflow and contribute to building reliable backend systems on the BEAM virtual machine.