Chapter 4: Working with the REPL

In this section

• 4.2 Evaluating Expressions
  Demonstrate evaluating various types of expressions in the REPL, including simple arithmetic, function definitions, and data structure manipulations.
• 4.1 Introduction to the REPL
  Explore the foundational role of the REPL in Clojure development and how it enhances interactive coding experiences.
• 4.3 Defining and Testing Functions in the REPL
  Learn how to define, test, and refine functions interactively in the Clojure REPL.
• 4.4 REPL-Driven Development
  Discover the power of REPL-Driven Development in Clojure by learning how to iteratively test and refine code before integrating it into your projects.
• 4.5 Handling Errors and Debugging in the REPL
  Learn to interpret error messages, use `*e` for exceptions, and leverage debugging tools like `clojure.tools.trace` in Clojure's REPL.
• Using the REPL in Various Editors/IDEs
  Learn how to leverage REPL integration features in different environments to boost productivity.
• Integrating REPL with Build Tools
  Learn how to integrate REPL seamlessly with build tools using Leiningen and Clojure CLI for efficient development workflows.
• 4.8 Hot Reloading Code
  Learn techniques for reloading changed Clojure code without needing to restart the REPL, boosting productivity and efficiency.
• 4.9 Best Practices for REPL Usage
  Discover essential tips to effectively use the Clojure REPL, including organizing code, documenting insights, and exploring libraries.
• 4.10 REPL vs Java's `main` Method
  Compare and contrast the REPL with Java's `main` method approach to explore the benefits of immediate feedback and experimentation in Clojure.