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Constraintsfunctional refers to a programming paradigm or approach where software is built by composing pure functions. In this style, all computations are treated as mathematical functions, meaning that given the same input, a function will always produce the same output and will have no side effects. Side effects, such as modifying external state, performing I/O operations, or throwing exceptions, are strictly avoided within the core functional logic.

The emphasis is on what the program should compute rather than how it should compute it. This leads to code that is often more declarative, easier to reason about, and less prone to bugs. Immutability is a key principle, where data is not modified after creation. Instead, new data is created based on existing data. This helps prevent unintended state changes and simplifies concurrency.

By composing small, reusable pure functions, complex programs can be built. This approach aligns with mathematical principles and can lead to more robust and maintainable software. Libraries and languages that support functional programming often provide features like higher-order functions, first-class functions, and lazy evaluation to facilitate this style of development.