Representing Values
Explore how to represent values in Elixir, including strings, integers, atoms, and functions. Understand the core data types and their roles in functional programming to build a solid foundation for advanced topics.
We'll cover the following...
We'll cover the following...
Introduction to working with variables
Variables and functions are the fundamentals of any functional language, and Elixir is no different. It’s essential to have a solid understanding of how they work so we can be comfortable working with the various types of functions. This chapter will use Elixir to explore the basics and build a solid foundation for the upcoming advanced topics.
Our first topic will be values. In Elixir, valid values, among others, include:
- Strings
- Integers
- Floats
- Lists
- Maps