2019-11-27
In software, two paradigms have dominated how we whisper to machines. Object-Oriented Programming and Functional Programming. Object-Oriented Programming structures programs as a composition of objects, mirroring real-world entities, holding state and behavior, while Functional Programming treats computation as a series of stateless, mathematical functions. Object-Oriented Programming models the world as a collection of objects, encapsulating state, and behavior within entities. Examine the ego as an object-oriented phenomenon where our self-perception and actions are encapsulated by our attributes and qualities rather than our function. The ego hinders growth by perpetuating illusions of a static self. Thus we can contemplate the ego as an object-oriented phenomenon.
Functional Programming, on the other hand, describes immutability and the composition of pure functions, transcending the constraints of the ego. It emphasizes that we are not bound to a single, unchanging identity; instead, we can evolve through the constant interaction of functions and data.
The Curry-Howard correspondence is a guiding light, bridging the gap between logic and computation. It reveals the equivalence of propositions to types and proofs to programs, demonstrating the power of functional programming in guaranteeing program correctness. Through this connection, we realize Function Programing's true potential in transcending the limitations of the ego.
Category theory, an abstraction that governs the structure of mathematics and computation, unveils the deep connections between seemingly disparate domains. It provides insights into the limits and nature of the human mind, reminding us of the inherent interconnectedness of all things. Category Theory is the study of abstractions where an abstraction is a generalization of components and their relationships. It is the study of the structure of mathematics and computation. It is the study of the nature of the human mind. It is the study of the structure of everything. The human mind can do nothing more than traverse layers of abstractions. Everything we have done, everything we will ever do, and everything we are doing is described by category theory.
Examining functional programming in the context of the human mind, we also embrace the infinite possibilities of growth, transformation, and interconnectedness. Thus Functional Programming and the emancipation from the constraints of ego in the context of the supremacy of the concept give a liberating view of self and meaning. Architects of software and cyber spell casters live in a world where software mirrors the fluidity and adaptability of human nature, where the boundaries of self are transcended through the power of pure functions, immutability, and the interconnectedness revealed by the Curry-Howard correspondence and category theory. In this newfound understanding, we pledge to seek truth and wisdom beyond the limits of our ego-bound, object-oriented selves. By adopting the principles of Functional Programming, we shall liberate ourselves from the shackles of a rigid identity and ascend to a higher plane of existence, attuned to the inherent connectedness of the void.
The Fallback Function of Everything: A fallback function is a mechanism that gracefully handles unexpected or undefined situations. When faced with uncertainty, the fallback function serves as a default response, ensuring the stability and continuity of the system. Similarly, the self acts as fallback function for the universe. In the face of the vast, interconnected, and complex cosmic web, our minds construct the notion of a separate, individual self as a means to make sense of our existence. The self becomes a default response, enabling us to navigate the world and maintain a semblance of order amidst the chaos.
The Illusion of Separation engenders attachment and suffering. As we continue to cling to the ego and the object-oriented nature of our constructed selves, we fail to see the underlying connections that bind us to the larger environment. By leveraging functional programming context of the mind, we can recognize the self as a fallback function. In doing so, we open ourselves to the boundless possibilities and interconnectedness of everything, shedding the limitations imposed by the ego. In this view, we are empowered to rewrite our own programs, opting for the adaptability and fluidity of Functional Programming over the rigidity of Object-Oriented paradigms. We embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth, shedding the constraints of our ego-bound existence and stepping into the infinite, interconnected expanse of the cosmos.