Master the fundamentals of Scala and understand its emphasis on functional programming that
sets it apart from Java. This book will help you translate what you already know in Java to
Scala to start your functional programming journey. Learn Scala is split into four parts: a
tour of Scala a comparison between Java and Scala Scala-specific features and functional
programming idioms and finally a discussion about adopting Scala in existing Java teams and
legacy projects. After reading and using this tutorial you'll come away with the skills in
Scala to kick-start your productivity with this growing popular language. What You'll Learn
Tour Scala and learn the basic syntax constructs and how to use the REPL Translate Java
syntax that you already know into Scala Learn what Scala offers over and above Java Become
familiar with functional programming concepts and idioms Gaintips and advice useful when
transitioning existing Java projects to Scala Who This Book Is For Java developers looking to
transition to Scala. No prior experience necessary in Scala.
