2 Jan
2004
2 Jan
'04
5:14 p.m.
On Fri, Jan 02, 2004 at 02:46:04PM +0000, Graham Klyne wrote:
If your calculation really needs to update the cache state as it goes along, then I agree that it needs to be run in the state monad. But even then, I'd be inclined to look for sub-calculations that can be evaluated as ordinary functions.
I think I do need to update the cache state, though I do think I could still split the function into 2 mutually recursive functions (both returning the state monad) as you suggest, which would at least make the code clearer.
Anyway, I think I've probably added enough noise to this debate. Whatever approach you may use, have fun!
Thanks for your help. - Joe