Functional Programming Is No Better than Object-Oriented Programming

Explore the ongoing debate between Functional Programming and Object-Oriented Programming in this 23-minute conference talk by Dave Farley at GOTO 2024. Delve into the question of whether these programming paradigms are fundamentally different or surprisingly similar. Examine which approach offers the best chance of success in various scenarios, building upon Farley's previous popular video on the subject. Gain insights from a Continuous Delivery and DevOps pioneer as he shares his thoughts on these influential software development paradigms, challenging common assumptions and offering a fresh perspective on their relative merits and applications in modern software engineering.