The author discusses the benefits of using Haskell as a programming language, despite it being perceived as impractical or niche. They argue that Haskell is not only suitable for academic use but also for building real-world applications, particularly web servers. In their view, Haskell’s strong type system and functional programming paradigm lead to more robust and less error-prone code. They highlight Haskell’s features such as the absence of nullable types, explicit handling of failed computations, pattern matching, and the prevention of “primitive obsession” through semantic typing. Overall, the author advocates for Haskell as a powerful choice for programmers looking to write reliable and enjoyable software.
https://www.gtf.io/musings/why-haskell