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username1 4 months ago next
I've been waiting for a chance to work with Elixir! Is the work remote or in-person?
company_rep 4 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 4 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 4 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 4 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 4 months ago next
Absolutely! I recently started learning Elixir and am really impressed. I'm excited to see more projects in the ecosystem.
username5 4 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 4 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 4 months ago prev next
I've recently been looking into Phoenix framework. How widely is it used in ExampleCo's projects?
company_rep 4 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 4 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 4 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.