Building Real World Applications with Elm 0.18 from Pluralsight

This course, Building Real World Applications with Elm, is for web developers who are familiar with the basics of Elm and would like to deepen their knowledge in order to create real world applications.

Learning to build complex applications in Elm can be challenging because the solutions can look unfamiliar compared to the mainstream frameworks. This course, Building Real World Applications with Elm 0.18, will show developers how to solve real world problems in Elm. First, you will learn about the capabilities provided by Elm, functional programming and the Elm tools for managing code, builds and deployment. Next, the course will show how to perform the essential tasks of web development: creating complex UIs, working with servers, parsing JSON, interoperating with JavaScript APIs and libraries. Finally, you will explore the tools and techniques for ensuring their applications are bug free, including Elm’s time-travelling debugger, writing unit and fuzz tests and design approaches for preventing errors. By the end of this course, you will have a solid foundation for building applications in Elm.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Understanding Elm’s Capabilities

Building a Real World Application

Expanding the Application's Capabilities

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Explores Elm, a functional programming language, which is becoming increasingly popular in industry

Develops important programming patterns such as Elm’s architecture for UI and effects for IO using Elm tools

Teaches how to use Elm to create complex UIs, an essential skill for building modern web applications

Guides learners in working with servers, an essential skill for connecting applications to back-end services

Provides hands-on experience debugging, testing, and preventing errors in Elm applications

Advises students to take other courses first as prerequisites

Reviews summary

Building real world elm applications

According to students, this course is highly effective for transitioning from basic Elm knowledge to building complete, real-world applications. Learners particularly praise the clear explanations of complex concepts, such as JavaScript interoperability and server interaction. The project-based approach and hands-on coding are frequently highlighted as strengths, providing a solid foundation for practical development. However, a significant number of reviewers note a major drawback: the course is based on Elm 0.18, an outdated version, which can lead to difficulties in adapting examples to current Elm environments and may require additional effort from learners.

Strong coverage of essential debugging and testing techniques.

"I particularly appreciated the section on testing and debugging."

"Debugging and testing sections were a revelation."

"The debugging tools section was particularly well-explained and immediately useful."

Instructor provides clear explanations of complex topics.

"The instructor explains complex concepts like interop with JavaScript very clearly."

"The lecturer's depth of knowledge is evident, and the explanations are always concise and easy to follow."

"The way they teach you to build complex UIs and interact with servers is very clear."

Excellent for bridging theory with real-world Elm development.

"This course is exactly what I needed to bridge the gap between basic Elm syntax and building a full application."

"The practical examples are excellent, demonstrating how to tackle real challenges in Elm."

"It takes you from a basic understanding to building a complete application."

Some found the pace fast, possibly assuming advanced functional knowledge.

"Some parts felt a little fast-paced for those who might struggle with functional programming paradigms, even with 'basics' knowledge."

"I felt it sometimes assumed too much prior knowledge, especially regarding advanced functional programming concepts."

Course uses Elm 0.18, posing challenges for current users.

"The course is okay, but it focuses on Elm 0.18 which is quite old now."

"The Elm 0.18 version is also a significant issue; I spent a lot of time trying to adapt examples to newer versions."

"The biggest problem is the course being based on Elm 0.18. It's difficult to follow with current Elm versions. Please update it!"

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Building Real World Applications with Elm 0.18 with these activities:

Complete comprehensive review of Elm basics

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Refresh your understanding of the essential principles of Elm before diving into the course, ensuring a stronger foundation for comprehending advanced concepts.

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Review key concepts of functional programming, such as immutability, pure functions, and recursion
Complete practice exercises or tutorials on basic Elm syntax and data types
Set up an Elm development environment and practice writing simple Elm programs

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Career center

Learners who complete Building Real World Applications with Elm 0.18 will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Software Engineer

As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications. This course can help you build a solid foundation in Elm, a functional programming language that is well-suited for building complex web applications. The course will teach you how to use Elm's features to create efficient and reliable software.

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Web Developer

Web Developers are responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining websites and web applications. This course can help you build a strong foundation in Elm, a functional programming language that is well-suited for building complex web applications. The course will teach you how to use Elm's features to create efficient and reliable web applications.

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Full-Stack Developer

Full Stack Developers are responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining both the front-end and back-end of web applications. This course can help you build a strong foundation in Elm, a functional programming language that is well-suited for building complex web applications. The course will teach you how to use Elm's features to create efficient and reliable full stack web applications.

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Front-End Developer

Front End Developers are responsible for designing and developing the user interface of web applications. This course can help you build a strong foundation in Elm, a functional programming language that is well-suited for building complex web applications. The course will teach you how to use Elm's features to create efficient and reliable user interfaces.

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Back-End Developer

Back End Developers are responsible for designing and developing the server-side logic of web applications. This course can help you build a strong foundation in Elm, a functional programming language that is well-suited for building complex web applications. The course will teach you how to use Elm's features to create efficient and reliable back-end logic.

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Mobile Developer

Mobile Developers are responsible for designing and developing mobile applications. This course may be useful for you if you are interested in building mobile applications with Elm. The course will teach you how to use Elm's features to create efficient and reliable mobile applications.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists are responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data. This course may be useful for you if you are interested in using Elm for data science. The course will teach you how to use Elm's features to create efficient and reliable data science applications.

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Machine Learning Engineer

Machine Learning Engineers are responsible for designing and developing machine learning models. This course may be useful for you if you are interested in using Elm for machine learning. The course will teach you how to use Elm's features to create efficient and reliable machine learning models.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers are responsible for building and maintaining the infrastructure that supports software development. This course may be useful for you if you are interested in using Elm for DevOps. The course will teach you how to use Elm's features to create efficient and reliable DevOps tools.

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Cloud Architect

Cloud Architects are responsible for designing and managing cloud computing environments. This course may be useful for you if you are interested in using Elm for cloud computing. The course will teach you how to use Elm's features to create efficient and reliable cloud computing solutions.

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Security Engineer

Security Engineers are responsible for protecting computer systems and networks from unauthorized access. This course may be useful for you if you are interested in using Elm for security. The course will teach you how to use Elm's features to create efficient and reliable security solutions.

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Blockchain Developer

Blockchain Developers are responsible for designing and developing blockchain applications. This course may be useful for you if you are interested in using Elm for blockchain development. The course will teach you how to use Elm's features to create efficient and reliable blockchain applications.

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Game Developer

Game Developers are responsible for designing and developing video games. This course may be useful for you if you are interested in using Elm for game development. The course will teach you how to use Elm's features to create efficient and reliable video games.

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UX Designer

UX Designers are responsible for designing the user experience of websites and applications. This course may be useful for you if you are interested in using Elm for UX design. The course will teach you how to use Elm's features to create efficient and reliable user experiences.

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UI Designer

UI Designers are responsible for designing the user interface of websites and applications. This course may be useful for you if you are interested in using Elm for UI design. The course will teach you how to use Elm's features to create efficient and reliable user interfaces.

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