biff

2025-09-21T12:51:29.606269Z

@foo I am using Biff to interface with Alfresco - an enterprise level CMS (No I don't need it but it is fun to play with) I am using Claude code which is frankly doing most of the coding but I asked it to explain what it was doing to help me learn Clojure. Claude's Summary of what we just did is: Clojure Learning: This shows functional composition - small functions (load-page-layout, validate-component-layout-compatibility, hero-page-layout) combine to create complex behavior. ⏺️ Layout System Successfully Implemented! Summary of Clojure Concepts We Used: 1. Data-Driven Design: Layout behavior controlled by data, not code 2. Function Registries: Maps storing functions for dynamic dispatch 3. Higher-Order Functions: Functions that operate on other functions 4. Immutable Data Transformations: Each step transforms data without side effects 5. EDN Configuration: External data format for configuration 6. Functional Composition: Small functions combining for complex behavior 7. Data Flow Verification: Testing by examining data transformations Architecture Benefits: - Extensible: Add new layouts without changing existing code - Testable: Each function is pure and predictable - Maintainable: Clear separation between data, logic, and presentation - Alfresco-Ready: Easy to swap EDN for Alfresco metadata later

2025-09-21T13:05:43.225789Z

awesome