Java Programming for Complete Beginners - Java 16 - Step 02 - Functional Programming - First Example with Function as Pa

The video tutorial introduces functional programming by setting up a project and creating a class. It explains the concept of functional programming, emphasizing functions as first-class citizens. The tutorial contrasts procedural and functional programming using a list example, demonstrating how to print list elements using both approaches. It introduces lambda expressions, showing how they enable passing functions as parameters, a key aspect of functional programming.

What does it mean to treat functions as first-class citizens in programming?

How does the text illustrate the concept of passing a function as a parameter?

What are the next steps in learning about functional programming as mentioned in the text?