r/elixir
Subreddit for the Elixir programming language, a dynamic, functional language designed for building scalable and maintainable…
How to think about r/elixir
This community focuses on the Elixir programming language, which is known for its dynamic and functional nature, making it suitable for building scalable and maintainable applications. Members share knowledge, resources, and experiences related to Elixir, often discussing best practices, libraries, and frameworks. The community is characterized by a collaborative spirit, with a strong emphasis on innovation and problem-solving in software development.
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Audience
Participants in this community are primarily software developers, ranging from beginners to experienced coders, who are interested in functional programming and modern application development. They often seek to enhance their skills, share insights, and discuss challenges related to Elixir and its ecosystem. The vibe is generally supportive and technical, with members valuing clarity and depth in discussions.
Posting culture
Content that thrives in this community includes technical questions, tutorials, code snippets, and discussions about Elixir's features and libraries. Members appreciate well-structured posts that provide context and detail. Posts that are overly promotional, lack substance, or do not engage with the community's interests tend to receive downvotes. The posting cadence is active, with a consistent flow of new content and discussions.
Brand engagement notes
Brands looking to engage with this community should focus on providing value through educational content, such as tutorials, case studies, or insights into Elixir's applications. Direct promotion or advertising is generally unwelcome, so brands should avoid overt marketing tactics. Instead, they can foster relationships by participating in discussions, answering questions, and sharing relevant resources that align with the community's interests and needs.
Top keywords
What r/elixir talks about
Weighted by how often each term appears in posts and comments, relative to baseline frequency. The largest words are the strongest signals of community focus.
External signals
Where the community looks
Top external domains linked from posts and comments — a quick read on the sources of truth this audience trusts.
Top contributors
Who shapes the conversation
The most active and most-upvoted posters and commenters in this community. Useful when planning outreach or studying a community's tastemakers.
Top posters
By post count
- u/Ok-Address-3006
- u/brainlid
- u/debordian
- u/RecognitionDecent266
- u/juanpabloaj
- u/mitchhanberg
- u/amalinovic
- u/Ok-Orange-9910
- u/ShoddyStreet677
- u/SubstantialRun983
- u/real2corvus
- u/moscow_berlin_paris
- u/fredwu
- u/lsnouser
- u/ulfurinn
- u/SeanCribbs0
- u/JohnElmLabs
- u/ManOfTheCosmos
- u/Nezteb
- u/braincaviar
- u/hugobarauna
- u/meapxx
- u/Smartare
- u/bwainfweeze
- u/hippofire
- u/goldmanthisis
- u/smartlogic_io
- u/effinsky
- u/FlowAcademic208
- u/conformistdontban
- u/Same_Cartographer811
- u/gigalixircom
- u/TailwindSlate
- u/a_rather_small_moose
- u/NumbBatt
- u/xinyo
- u/garpun96x92
- u/Anchy880
- u/boomboxarcade
- u/philb88
- u/erlangsolutions
- u/littlelearner2
- u/rubiesordiamonds
By votes
- u/real2corvus
- u/mitchhanberg
- u/debordian
- u/Ok-Address-3006
- u/juanpabloaj
- u/RecognitionDecent266
- u/moscow_berlin_paris
- u/amalinovic
- u/fredwu
- u/lsnouser
- u/ulfurinn
- u/SeanCribbs0
- u/Ok-Orange-9910
- u/brainlid
- u/JohnElmLabs
- u/ManOfTheCosmos
- u/Nezteb
- u/braincaviar
- u/hugobarauna
- u/meapxx
- u/Smartare
- u/ShoddyStreet677
- u/bwainfweeze
- u/hippofire
- u/goldmanthisis
- u/smartlogic_io
- u/conformistdontban
- u/effinsky
- u/FlowAcademic208
- u/Same_Cartographer811
- u/SubstantialRun983
- u/gigalixircom
- u/TailwindSlate
- u/a_rather_small_moose
- u/NumbBatt
- u/xinyo
- u/garpun96x92
- u/Anchy880
- u/boomboxarcade
- u/philb88
- u/erlangsolutions
- u/littlelearner2
- u/rubiesordiamonds
Top commenters
By comment count
- u/GreenCalligrapher571
- u/flummox1234
- u/Trevoke
- u/SpiralCenter
- u/lpil
- u/FA-69-7
- u/satoshibitchcoin
- u/juanpabloaj
- u/Dlacreme
- u/pferdefleisch
- u/UsuallyMooACow
- u/sisyphus
- u/dipittydoop
- u/a_rather_small_moose
- u/JohnElmLabs
- u/rwoj
- u/moltonel
- u/Paradox
- u/Akaibukai
- u/it_snow_problem
- u/arcanemachined
- u/doughsay
- u/HKei
- u/[deleted]
- u/Smartare
- u/tostilocos
- u/mkayxx
- u/burtgummer45
- u/zealousmachinist
- u/grooviest_snowball
- u/snorlaxRoot
- u/Casalvieri3
- u/Legend-Of-Crybaby
- u/aleksar97
- u/nioh2_noob
- u/mgalexray
- u/romaxie
- u/thibaut_barrere
- u/Classic_Analysis8821
- u/solvm
- u/thanos_v
- u/mr_zimmerman
- u/conformistdontban
- u/ArtistApprehensive34
- u/seven_seacat
- u/mythrndr
- u/btcmx
- u/PracticalSpare2728
- u/Terryble_
- u/chakrihacker
- u/831_
- u/ZukowskiHardware
- u/Minkihn
- u/RoboZoomDax
- u/Optimal-Builder-2816
- u/jasonpbecker
- u/DBrEmoKiddo
- u/filipecabaco
- u/xIke
- u/BigHeed87
- u/Skiamakhos
- u/yatendernitk
- u/rdevel
- u/Faramir_Anarion
- u/the_timezone_bot
- u/didibus
- u/Cold_Interview4133
- u/SomebodyFromBrazil
- u/tbm206
- u/ProfessionalPlant330
- u/WorkerBeeNumber3
- u/lleger
- u/dropcuff
- u/frosty_lupus
- u/SuperXero2
- u/reformed_goon
- u/jsober
- u/Nezteb
- u/POiNTx
- u/MickeyOoh
- u/Virviil
- u/zimby
- u/Bavoon
- u/Individual_Still7225
- u/dbt10
- u/BeDangerousAndFree
- u/fceruti
- u/iloveeveryone2020
- u/the_fsm_butler
- u/post_u_later
- u/Appropriate_Falcon94
- u/taymen
- u/ShoddyStreet677
- u/georgeguimaraes
- u/epfahl
- u/tantricengineer
- u/bcardarella
- u/hippofire
- u/Ok-Orange-9910
- u/imsol128
By votes
- u/GreenCalligrapher571
- u/sisyphus
- u/JohnElmLabs
- u/UsuallyMooACow
- u/lpil
- u/SpiralCenter
- u/flummox1234
- u/tostilocos
- u/satoshibitchcoin
- u/lleger
- u/mr_zimmerman
- u/Paradox
- u/Dlacreme
- u/pferdefleisch
- u/FA-69-7
- u/dipittydoop
- u/snorlaxRoot
- u/a_rather_small_moose
- u/Smartare
- u/Trevoke
- u/831_
- u/HKei
- u/ZukowskiHardware
- u/Optimal-Builder-2816
- u/it_snow_problem
- u/iloveeveryone2020
- u/zealousmachinist
- u/Minkihn
- u/juanpabloaj
- u/doughsay
- u/the_fsm_butler
- u/mkayxx
- u/grooviest_snowball
- u/conformistdontban
- u/seven_seacat
- u/mythrndr
- u/RoboZoomDax
- u/arcanemachined
- u/Bavoon
- u/[deleted]
- u/tronathan
- u/rwoj
- u/Akaibukai
- u/epfahl
- u/MantraMan
- u/Casalvieri3
- u/PracticalSpare2728
- u/Terryble_
- u/Faramir_Anarion
- u/Cold_Interview4133
- u/ProfessionalPlant330
- u/POiNTx
- u/Virviil
- u/post_u_later
- u/georgeguimaraes
- u/tantricengineer
- u/Ok-Orange-9910
- u/burtgummer45
- u/Legend-Of-Crybaby
- u/chakrihacker
- u/jasonpbecker
- u/DBrEmoKiddo
- u/filipecabaco
- u/xIke
- u/the_timezone_bot
- u/tbm206
- u/MickeyOoh
- u/zimby
- u/Individual_Still7225
- u/dbt10
- u/Appropriate_Falcon94
- u/bcardarella
- u/hippofire
- u/samelaaaa
- u/mgalexray
- u/romaxie
- u/thibaut_barrere
- u/Classic_Analysis8821
- u/solvm
- u/thanos_v
- u/ArtistApprehensive34
- u/btcmx
- u/BigHeed87
- u/moltonel
- u/yatendernitk
- u/rdevel
- u/didibus
- u/SomebodyFromBrazil
- u/WorkerBeeNumber3
- u/dropcuff
- u/frosty_lupus
- u/Nezteb
- u/BeDangerousAndFree
- u/fceruti
- u/ShoddyStreet677
- u/imsol128
- u/evaneleventy
- u/16less
- u/Skiamakhos
- u/SuperXero2
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FAQ
r/elixir — frequently asked questions
Quick facts about this subreddit's size, history, focus, and related communities.
How many subscribers does r/elixir have?
r/elixir has approximately 38,410 subscribers as of May 27, 2026.
When was r/elixir created?
r/elixir was created on November 5, 2012 (14 years ago).
What is r/elixir about?
This community focuses on the Elixir programming language, which is known for its dynamic and functional nature, making it suitable for building scalable and maintainable applications. Members share knowledge, resources, and experiences related to Elixir, often discussing best practices, libraries, and frameworks. The community is characterized by a collaborative spirit, wit…
What subreddits are similar to r/elixir?
Communities similar to r/elixir include r/ruby, r/functionalprogramming, r/rails, r/erlang, r/clojure.
Who are the most active posters on r/elixir?
The most frequent posters on r/elixir include u/Ok-Address-3006, u/brainlid, u/debordian.
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