PhD Thesis: Programming Erlang Style
This doctoral thesis presents an in-depth academic exploration of the BEAM virtual machine, the Erlang Runtime System (ERTS), and the principles of building functional systems at scale.
Research Focus
- BEAM Architecture Analysis: Deep technical examination of the VM internals
- Concurrency Models: Theoretical foundations of actor-based systems
- Performance Characteristics: Empirical studies on BEAM scalability
- Language Design: Evolution of Erlang and its influence on modern languages
- Case Studies: Real-world applications in telecom systems
Key Contributions
- Novel insights into BEAM's garbage collection strategies
- Performance optimization techniques for high-throughput systems
Academic Details
- Advisor: Kostis Sagonas (Uppsala University)
- Opponent: Simon Peyton Jones (Microsoft Research)
- Institution: Uppsala University
- Year: 2002
Academic Impact
- Cited in academic literature
- Foundation for several industry improvements
- Defended before distinguished committee including SPJ
Access
- Full Thesis: Available via DiVA portal (KTH)
- Official Repository: Permanent academic record
- Peer Reviewed: Doctoral dissertation standard
Perfect for researchers, advanced practitioners, and anyone interested in the theoretical foundations of the BEAM ecosystem.
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