Learn OCAML with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 20, 2025
Performance Notes
Compile to native code for maximum performance
Use tail recursion to avoid stack overflow
Prefer immutable data for predictable performance
Optimize memory-intensive algorithms carefully
Use OCaml profiling tools for bottleneck analysis
Security Notes
Leverage strong static typing to prevent type-based errors
Handle exceptions to avoid runtime crashes
Avoid unsafe C bindings without validation
Keep sensitive data in controlled scopes
Use sandboxing for untrusted code execution
Monitoring Analytics
Profile performance with ocamlprof
Analyze memory usage and garbage collection
Debug using print or utop REPL
Test modules independently
Review execution paths for tail recursion optimization
Code Quality
Follow type-safe coding practices
Use modules and signatures for organization
Leverage pattern matching and exhaustive checks
Write clear, concise recursive functions
Document functions and modules