Question 1

How do I pick the best web framework from Awesome Erlang?

Accepted Answer

The list categorizes frameworks like Cowboy and ChicagoBoss, but you'll need to visit their GitHub pages or documentation for features, community activity, and benchmarks. It's a starting point for discovery, not a decision-making tool.

Question 2

Is Awesome Erlang updated frequently?

Accepted Answer

Updates depend on community contributions, as outlined in the CONTRIBUTING.md file. While it aims to stay current, some sections might not reflect the latest Erlang trends or releases immediately.

Question 3

Awesome Erlang vs Erlang Central – which should I use?

Accepted Answer

Awesome Erlang is a static, curated directory of resources, ideal for quick reference. Erlang Central offers live community chat and discussions, so use both: Awesome Erlang for browsing and Erlang Central for interactive help.

Question 4

How to add a new library to Awesome Erlang?

Accepted Answer

Check the CONTRIBUTING.md file on GitHub; it involves submitting a pull request with the resource added under the appropriate category, following the list's formatting and quality guidelines.

Question 5

Does Awesome Erlang include Elixir tools?

Accepted Answer

No, it focuses solely on Erlang, as stated in the description. For Elixir resources, refer to awesome-elixir, which inspired this list.

Question 6

Are there beginner tutorials in Awesome Erlang?

Accepted Answer

It lists external learning materials like books ('Learn You Some Erlang') and websites, but doesn't host tutorials itself. It's a directory pointing to recommended sources for further study.

Awesome Erlang

What is Awesome Erlang?

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