Common Lisp programming: from novice to effective developer

🚀 Common Lisp Programming: From Novice to Effective Developer 🎓

Welcome to the journey of mastering Common Lisp, a language that has been at the forefront of computer science innovation for decades! This comprehensive online course, led by the experienced instructor Vincent Dardel, will guide you through the intricacies of Common Lisp, its tools, and its vibrant ecosystem. By the end of this course, you'll not only understand the language but also become a productive and happy programmer within this unique domain. 🌟

Course Highlights:

• Macros Deep Dive: Vincent recently published an 18-video series on macros in September 2023, complete with subtitles and improved sound quality. This is a critical topic that will give you insights into one of Common Lisp's most powerful features. 🎬

• State-of-the-Art Learning: Enjoy high-quality audio in the new videos (from iteration to projects, conditions, etc.), with ongoing efforts to re-record older content for a seamless learning experience. 🎧

• Supplementary Videos: Compliment your learning by accessing additional videos on YouTube's vindarel channel, ensuring you have multiple perspectives to grasp complex concepts. 📹

• Early Access Advantage: Sign up now and secure the next chapters at a locked-in price, benefiting from Vincent's continuous updates and resources. 🔑

Why Common Lisp?

Common Lisp is a language with a rich history and a modern edge, offering interactive development that rivals the speed of languages like C, Rust, Java, and more. It's known for its robust stability across decades, with a dedicated community and industry use by giants such as Google and quantum computing companies. 🏺

What You'll Learn:

• Lisp Philosophy: Understand the core concepts that make Lisp unique and how it differs from other C-like languages.

• Modern Development Experience: Dive into the advanced capabilities of modern Common Lisp development environments.

• Practical Knowledge: Gain hands-on experience with Emacs, Slime, and other development tools, or use your preferred editor. 🖥️

• Language Syntax & Functions: Learn the syntax and master functions, the building blocks of Common Lisp programs.

• Macros Mastery: Discover the power of macros, which allow you to write DSLs (Domain-Specific Languages) for specific tasks.

• Iteration Constructs: Explore different ways to iterate over data and control the flow of your program.

• Error & Condition Handling: Learn how to handle errors gracefully and ensure your programs are robust.

• CLOS Object System: Get an introduction to Common Lisp's powerful object system, with a full deep dive planned for 2024.

• Deployment: Understand the steps to create binaries and deploy your Common Lisp applications to production servers.

Complementary Resources:

Don't miss out on "The Common Lisp Cookbook," which Vincent co-authored and is an excellent complement to this video series. 📚

Pro Tip: Adjust the playback speed of the videos if you're itching to move faster or already familiar with some content. However, be mindful that each section builds upon the previous one, so it's best to follow along even if you think you know the material. 🏃‍♂️🤓

Join Vincent Dardel on this exciting adventure into the world of Common Lisp programming and become a skilled and happy programmer! 🎉✨