F# > C# - why F# is useful for things far beyond "exotic finance apps"

Presented by:

Aaron Erickson, Delivery Principal for ThoughtWorks

Abstract:

You have heard the arguments. When you get down to it, it is all IL, right? Doesn't that make C# and F# the same? Hogwash! In this talk, we will explore those areas where F# has distinct advantages over F#, including:

Immutability by default Domain on a page Pattern matching Computation expressions The eradication of null Use what you learn from this talk to be able to, very confidently, make the case for F# to your friends, your colleagues, and greater "powers-that-be". Or at least understand why you should stop putting off that nagging "finally learn F#" to-do item that has been in the back of your head all these years.

Logistics:

RSVP before 11pm on Tuesday, May 22. Security at the AON building is tight. Bring a photo ID. If you used your initials or a name different than that printed on your photo ID, send us a email with your firstname/lastname so you'll be on the list for security. Enter the lobby through the south lower level entrance. We will have someone there to help get you through security.