Functional programming is perhaps the next big wave in application development. As experienced developers know, functional programming makes its mark by allowing application builders to develop solutions to complicated programming situations cleanly and efficiently. A rich history of functional languages, including Erlang and OCaml, leads the way to F#, Microsoft's effort to bring the elegance and focus of functional programming into the world of managed code and .NET. With Beginning F#, you have a companion that is capable of remaining with you as you explore F# and functional programming in a .NET environment. Beginning F# is an elegant, comprehensive introduction to all aspects of the language and an incisive guide to using F# for real-world professional development.
