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MJML vs Scala: What are the differences?

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In web development, there are many tools and frameworks available to help create responsive and dynamic web pages. Two popular options are MJML and Scala. Here, we will discuss the key differences between MJML and Scala to help developers understand which tool might be best for their project.

  1. Type of Tool: MJML is a markup language specifically designed for creating responsive emails, making it ideal for email marketing campaigns. On the other hand, Scala is a general-purpose programming language that can be used for a wide range of applications beyond email development.

  2. Syntax: MJML uses a simplified and intuitive syntax that focuses on elements and attributes commonly used in email design. In contrast, Scala is a statically typed language with a more complex syntax suitable for building robust and scalable applications.

  3. Community Support: MJML has a strong community of email designers and marketers who contribute to the development and improvement of the language. Scala, on the other hand, has a vibrant community of software developers who work on a variety of projects, not limited to email design.

  4. Learning Curve: Due to its specialized nature, MJML may have a lower learning curve for those specifically interested in email design. Scala, with its general-purpose capabilities, may require a steeper learning curve for developers aiming to build complex applications beyond email design.

  5. Integration Capabilities: MJML is often integrated with popular email marketing platforms and tools, streamlining the process of creating and sending responsive emails. Scala, being a programming language, offers extensive integration capabilities with various frameworks and libraries for diverse development needs.

  6. Performance and Scalability: Scala, being a compiled language, often offers superior performance and scalability compared to MJML, which is primarily focused on email rendering. For projects that require high performance and scalability, Scala might be more suitable than MJML.

In Summary, understanding the key differences between MJML and Scala can help developers choose the right tool for their specific web development needs.

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I've picked Node.js here but honestly it's a toss up between that and Go around this. It really depends on your background and skillset around "get something going fast" for one of these languages. Based on not knowing that I've suggested Node because it can be easier to prototype quickly and built right is performant enough. The scaffolding provided around Node.js services (Koa, Restify, NestJS) means you can get up and running pretty easily. It's important to note that the tooling surrounding this is good also, such as tracing, metrics et al (important when you're building production ready services).

You'll get more scalability and perf from go, but balancing them out I would say that you'll get pretty far with a well built Node.JS service (our entire site with over 1.5k requests/m scales easily and holds it's own with 4 pods in production.

Without knowing the scale you are building for and the systems you are using around it it's hard to say for certain this is the right route.

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We needed to incorporate Big Data Framework for data stream analysis, specifically Apache Spark / Apache Storm. The three options of languages were most suitable for the job - Python, Java, Scala.

The winner was Python for the top of the class, high-performance data analysis libraries (NumPy, Pandas) written in C, quick learning curve, quick prototyping allowance, and a great connection with other future tools for machine learning as Tensorflow.

The whole code was shorter & more readable which made it easier to develop and maintain.

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      Static typing
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      Pattern-matching
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      Jvm
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      Scala is fun
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      Types
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      Concurrency
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      Actor library
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      Solve functional problems
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      Open source
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      Solve concurrency in a safer way
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      Functional
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      Fast
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      Generics
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      It makes me a better engineer
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      Syntactic sugar
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      First-class functions
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      Type safety
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      Interactive REPL
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      Expressive
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      SBT
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      Case classes
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      Implicit parameters
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      Rapid and Safe Development using Functional Programming
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      JVM, OOP and Functional programming, and static typing
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      Object-oriented
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      Used by Twitter
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      Functional Proframming
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      Spark
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      Beautiful Code
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      Growing Community
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      Rich Static Types System and great Concurrency support
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      Naturally enforce high code quality
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      Easy embedded DSLs
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        Slow compilation time
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        Multiple ropes and styles to hang your self
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        Too few developers available
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        Complicated subtyping
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        My coworkers using scala are racist against other stuff

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      What is MJML?

      It is a markup language designed to reduce the pain of coding a responsive email. Its semantic syntax makes it easy and straightforward while its rich standard components library fastens your development time and lightens your email codebase. Its open-source engine takes care of translating it into responsive HTML.

      What is Scala?

      Scala is an acronym for “Scalable Language”. This means that Scala grows with you. You can play with it by typing one-line expressions and observing the results. But you can also rely on it for large mission critical systems, as many companies, including Twitter, LinkedIn, or Intel do. To some, Scala feels like a scripting language. Its syntax is concise and low ceremony; its types get out of the way because the compiler can infer them.

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