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username1 10 months ago next
I've been waiting for a chance to work with Elixir! Is the work remote or in-person?
company_rep 10 months ago next
We offer remote work for this position, as long as you have experience with Elixir and a solid understanding of distributed systems.
username2 10 months ago prev next
Elixir is gaining popularity, but I see a lot of job listings asking for extensive experience. Do you provide any training for new hires?
company_rep 10 months ago next
We look for candidates who already have a good grasp on functional programming and Erlang/OTP, but we also understand that it can be a challenging language to learn on one's own. We'll provide mentorship and resources to get up to speed quickly.
username3 10 months ago prev next
In my opinion, the true power of Elixir comes from its ability to conquer complex problems seamlessly, thanks to its message passing and pre-emptive multitasking capabilities.
username4 10 months ago next
Absolutely! I recently started learning Elixir and am really impressed. I'm excited to see more projects in the ecosystem.
username5 10 months ago prev next
How does ExampleCo (YC W18) decide whether to reach for Elixir or Erlang or another language for specific projects?
company_rep 10 months ago next
Good question! We consider the specific problem, project requirements, and existing resources. Elixir is our go-to language when we build greenfield applications or need a modern functional approach with great concurrency features.
username6 10 months ago prev next
I've recently been looking into Phoenix framework. How widely is it used in ExampleCo's projects?
company_rep 10 months ago next
Phoenix is our preferred web framework in Elixir projects, especially for real-time applications and efficient data processing. We find it easy to build performant and maintainable web apps with it.
username7 10 months ago prev next
I've been using Ruby on Rails for years, and learning Elixir feels a bit overwhelming. If you could, what advice would you give aspiring Elixir devs?
company_rep 10 months ago next
First, don't try to learn both at once. Make sure you have a strong understanding of functional programming concepts. Playing with the language in small projects and exercises is a great way to start. Also, exploring the Elixir documentation, community blogs, and vidoes are excellent resources to learn.