F#

Summary

F# is a functional-first, strongly typed programming language that enables developers to write succinct, type-safe code. It runs on .NET platforms and seamlessly interoperates with C# while offering powerful features like pattern matching, algebraic data types, and immutability.

Paradigms

functional, object-oriented, imperative, concurrent, meta-programming, generic, reflective

Domains

data science, financial systems, scientific computing, server-side applications, web development

Key Features

pattern matching, algebraic data types, type inference, first-class functions, closures, traits/interfaces, async/await

Typing

static system, structural typing, strong typing, full inference, compile-time checking, conservative type coercion, optional type annotations

Compilation

compiled

Influenced By

OCaml, C#, Haskell, Python, Scala, Erlang, ML

Influenced

LiveScript, Q#, Elm, C#, F*

Ratings

File extensions

fs, fsi, fsx

External Links

• F# official site
• F# jobs at Devjobsscanner
• r/fsharp subreddit
• Trending GitHub repositories