Clojure
A curated list of awesome Clojure libraries, resources, and software.
What is Clojure?
Awesome Clojure is a curated directory of libraries, tools, and resources for the Clojure programming language. It helps developers discover everything from web frameworks and databases to machine learning libraries and editor plugins. The list is inspired by the popular "awesome-*" format and is maintained by the community.
Clojure developers of all levels, from beginners looking for learning materials to experienced practitioners seeking production-ready libraries and tools.
It saves time by providing a vetted, organized collection of Clojure resources, reducing the need to search scattered sources. The list includes real-world applications and covers the entire ecosystem, making it a one-stop reference.
Overview
A curated list of awesome Clojure libraries and resources. Inspired by awesome-... stuff
Use Cases
Best For
- Finding production-ready Clojure libraries for web development
- Discovering Clojure-based tools for data analysis and machine learning
- Learning Clojure through curated guides, exercises, and tutorials
- Exploring editor plugins and development environment setups
- Identifying open-source applications built with Clojure
- Researching advanced Clojure topics like macros, async processing, and type systems
Not Ideal For
- Developers seeking in-depth, hands-on tutorials for specific Clojure concepts
- Projects needing real-time updates on library versions and compatibility
- Teams preferring interactive, guided learning platforms over static link collections
- Users wanting quality ratings or community reviews for listed resources
Pros & Cons
Pros
Aggregates libraries across diverse categories like web frameworks, databases, and machine learning, as detailed in the README's structured sections.
Includes notable products built with Clojure, such as Metabase and Penpot, showcasing practical production use and inspiration.
Provides guides, video tutorials, and exercises for all skill levels, listed under Resources to support continuous learning.
Lists plugins for popular editors like VSCode, Emacs, and IntelliJ, helping developers efficiently set up their development environments.
Covers niche areas like macros usage, async processing, and type systems, as seen in sections such as 'Awesome macros usage'.
Cons
The vast, unprioritized list of links can confuse beginners who need clearer starting points or beginner-friendly pathways.
As a community-driven repo, it may lag in updating links or reflecting current library trends, risking outdated recommendations.
Provides only links without ratings, reviews, or comparative analysis, forcing users to evaluate each resource's value independently.
Lists multiple options per category (e.g., web frameworks) without context on trade-offs, leaving users to research best fits.
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