hallettj/functional-javascript
Functional is a library for functional programming in JavaScript. It defines the standard higher-order functions such as map, reduce (aka foldl), and select (aka filter). It also defines functions such as curry, rcurry, and partial for partial function application; and compose, guard, and until for function-level programming.
Star History
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#1,057
MOST-STARRED JavaScript
| Window | 7 days | 30 days | 90 days |
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| Stars gained | +7 | +10 | +90 |
| Per day | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Forks gained | +1 | +3 | +10 |
functional-javascript gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 2. It is about 17 years old and has averaged roughly 0 stars a year. It ranks #1,057 among JavaScript repositories and #13,497 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
Trending Record
20
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#100
BEST RANK
Apr 8, 2009
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
functional-javascript has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #100. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
functional-javascript is an open-source project written in JavaScript: Functional is a library for functional programming in JavaScript. It defines the standard higher-order functions such as map, reduce (aka foldl), and select (aka filter). It also defines functions such as curry, rcurry, and partial for partial function application; and compose, guard, and until for function-level programming.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in JavaScript. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.
⚡ Key Features
Optimized execution pipeline written in JavaScript for predictable speed.
Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.
Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.
Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.
Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.
📥 Installation
$ npm install functional-javascript⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
Node.js >= 18 or modern Evergreen browser
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
functional-javascript coordinates its core functionality through a modular JavaScript pipeline. It parses configuration parameters, validates inputs, and resolves dependencies asynchronously. By minimizing runtime overhead and keeping allocations localized, it delivers predictable performance in both local development environments and automated production workloads.
🎯 Production Use Cases
Production System Integration
Embed functional-javascript into JavaScript backend services to handle core application logic.
CI/CD Automated Pipelines
Run automated validation, builds, and integration suites during deployments.
Developer Tooling & Workflows
Accelerate developer onboarding with pre-configured project utilities.
Open Source Extension
Fork and customize internal modules under the repository's open MIT license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install functional-javascript using your package manager: `npm install functional-javascript`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for functional-javascript.
Import functional-javascript into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `functional-javascript --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with JavaScript, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
🏆 Nearby in the Rankings
hallettj/functional-javascript is currently ranked #13,497 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does functional-javascript do? +
Functional is a library for functional programming in JavaScript. It defines the standard higher-order functions such as map, reduce (aka foldl), and select (aka filter). It also defines functions such as curry, rcurry, and partial for partial function application; and compose, guard, and until for function-level programming.
What language is functional-javascript written in? +
The primary language is JavaScript. Topics include: software.
Is functional-javascript actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on May 25, 2009 with 0 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does functional-javascript have? +
functional-javascript has 2 stars and 0 forks on GitHub.
How does functional-javascript rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 2 stars, hallettj/functional-javascript is ranked #13,497 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #1,057 among JavaScript projects.
What license is functional-javascript distributed under? +
The repository reports a MIT license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
