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== Concurrent programming == [[File:Elixir_logo.png|thumb|right|The Elixir programming language logo.|150px]] '''Concurrent programming''' in '''Elixir''' refers to the ability of the language to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, allowing for efficient utilization of system resources and improved performance. Elixir provides a set of powerful features and abstractions that make concurrent programming both practical and enjoyable. === Processes === In Elixir, '''processes''' are lightweight units of computation that run concurrently in the Erlang VM. These processes are not operating system processes, but rather independent units within the Elixir runtime. Elixir processes are extremely lightweight, allowing for the creation of hundreds of thousands or even millions of processes in a single application. ==== Spawning Processes ==== In Elixir, new processes can be spawned using the ```spawn``` function or the ```Task.start``` function. This enables the creation of concurrent computation units that can run in parallel. ==== Process Communication ==== Elixir processes communicate with each other using '''message passing'''. Message passing is facilitated through the use of the ```send``` and ```receive``` functions, allowing processes to exchange data and coordinate their actions. === Concurrency Primitives === In addition to processes, Elixir provides several concurrency primitives that aid in the development of concurrent applications. ==== Agents ==== Elixir '''Agents''' are mutable state containers that can be accessed and modified concurrently by multiple processes. Agents allow for easy sharing of state without the need for locks or explicit synchronization. ==== GenServer ==== The '''GenServer''' behaviour in Elixir is a generic server that encapsulates state and functionality. It provides a structured approach to building concurrent servers, allowing for easier management of state and message handling. ==== Tasks ==== '''Tasks''' are concurrent units of work that can be executed asynchronously. They are often used to parallelize computations or perform background tasks without blocking the main process. === Concurrency Patterns === Elixir encourages the use of certain concurrency patterns to avoid common pitfalls and ensure the reliability and scalability of concurrent applications. ==== Supervisors ==== '''Supervisors''' are responsible for monitoring and restarting child processes in the event of failures. They provide a fault-tolerant approach to building concurrent systems, allowing for the recovery and resilience of the application. ==== Message Passing ==== Elixir's message passing mechanism enables a powerful form of communication between processes. By using message passing, processes can exchange data and coordinate their actions, leading to highly decoupled and modular software. ==== Isolation ==== Elixir's process model provides isolation between processes, preventing the spread of errors and allowing for the development of fault-tolerant systems. Isolation ensures that failures in one part of the system do not affect the stability of other parts. === Conclusion === Concurrent programming in Elixir empowers developers to build high-performance, fault-tolerant systems. The combination of lightweight processes, concurrency primitives, and concurrency patterns make Elixir an excellent language for developing concurrent applications. {{Programming paradigms}} {{Elixir programming language}} [[Category:Elixir programming language]] [[Category:Concurrent computing]] [[Category:Programming paradigms]]
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