Keeping it Old-Tool: REPL habits of a grug-brained Clojure programmer
a year ago
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- #Clojure
- #Programming
- The article contrasts two Clojure programming workflows: one using modern LLM tools and another traditional, 'grug-brained' approach.
- The author prefers using Clojure's standard library and basic tools, emphasizing muscle memory and REPL-driven development.
- Key tools mentioned include Clojure's standard library functions, org-mode for documentation, and simple REPL-based workflows.
- The author advocates for minimal dependencies and local development, showcasing examples like running a Jetty server and inspecting live objects.
- Tips include using Clojure's built-in tools for reflection, data inspection, and dynamic dependency management without modifying project files.