Clojure Programming Training and Certification in Ontario, Canada

This introductory course covers Clojure, a functional programming language that runs on the Java Virtual Machine (JVM). Participants will learn its syntax, functional programming principles, and its practical applications for modern software development. The course includes hands-on exercises to build confidence in writing and deploying Clojure programs.

Introduction to Clojure

Module 1: Getting Started with Clojure

Overview of Clojure and its ecosystem.

Setting up the development environment (REPL and Leiningen).

Writing and running your first Clojure program.

Module 2: Core Syntax and Data Types

Clojure syntax and basic expressions.

Data types: lists, vectors, maps, and sets.

Immutability and persistent data structures.

Module 3: Functions and Control Flow

Defining and calling functions.

Anonymous functions and higher-order functions.

Recursion and lazy sequences.

Hands-On Exercises

Advanced Topics and Practical Applications

Module 4: Functional Programming Concepts

Map, reduce, and filter operations.

Managing state with atoms, refs, and agents.

Error handling and debugging.

Module 5: Working with Libraries and Tooling

Overview of common Clojure libraries.

Interoperability with Java.

Managing dependencies with Leiningen.

Module 6: Building and Deploying Applications

Structuring a Clojure project.

Creating a simple web application using Clojure.

Packaging and deploying Clojure applications.

Hands-On Exercises