6.3 Functional Programming in Java

In this section

• Functional Programming Concepts in Java: A Comprehensive Introduction
  Explore the foundational principles of functional programming in Java, including pure functions, immutability, and statelessness, and learn how these concepts enhance code quality and performance.
• 6.3.4 Implementing Functional Design Patterns
  • Monads and Optionals in Java: Harnessing Functional Design Patterns
    Explore the use of Monads and Optionals in Java to enhance code reliability and manage computations effectively.
  • Immutable Data Structures in Java: Enhancing Consistency and Thread Safety
    Explore the significance of immutable data structures in Java, their role in functional programming, and practical guidelines for implementation.
• Lambdas and Functional Interfaces in Java: A Guide to Cleaner Code
  Explore the power of lambda expressions and functional interfaces in Java to write cleaner, more maintainable code. Learn about syntax, built-in interfaces, method references, and best practices.
• Streams and Parallel Processing in Java: Leveraging the Stream API for Efficient Data Processing
  Explore the Stream API in Java for functional-style operations, understand the difference between collections and streams, and learn about parallel processing to optimize performance.
• Comparing Object-Oriented and Functional Approaches in Java
  Explore the differences between Object-Oriented and Functional Programming in Java, including their handling of abstraction, state management, and code reuse, with practical examples and insights.