Solving a Maybe problem is often easier than solving a Decode one.
When you spot Maybe List in your code, it may be time to think about alternatives.
Elm types like String can represent an infinite number of possible values. Let’s use types to reduce that number and better declare intent.
If you’ve had trouble wrapping your head around what a Cmd Msg “is” in Elm, then you might find this explanation helpful.
When you’re stuck, the best solution is often to represent the problem in a different medium.
Elm’s type system gives us some great tools for modeling gamedev.
In gamedev, decoupling the in-game world from the real world makes math easier.
Write more confident code to avoid viral Maybe taking over your project.
Leverage the core mechanics of Maybe to clean up your nested cases.
Elm JSON decoding in 5 common scenarios