Kotlin for Android development
Kotlin is an open-source, statically-typed programming language that supports both object-oriented and functional programming. It is interoperable with the Java virtual machine (JVM), Java Class Libraries and Android.
Key features
- Interoperability: Kotlin interoperates with Java because they compile to the same byte code. It is possible easily call Kotlin code from Java and Java code from Kotlin. This makes adoption much easier and lower-risk. There’s also an automated Java-to-Kotlin converter built into the IDE that simplifies migration of existing code.
- Multiplatform: Kotlin simplifies the development of cross-platform projects. The Kotlin applications will work on different operating systems like iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, Linux and others. For example, you can create a Kotlin/JS projects with Gradle as a build system.
- Safety: Kotlin is designed to help avoid common coding errors that can break code or leave vulnerabilities in it. The language features null safety and eliminating null pointer exception errors.
- Concise code: Kotlin eliminates some of the redundancy in the basic syntax of popular languages like Java. Kotlin is a timesaver for developers because it provides more concise code. Developers can write programs with less boilerplate code, increasing their productivity.
Use cases
- Kotlin was explored and tested for the development of Reactive Microservice With Spring Boot.
- Kotlin is currently the preferred language for Android development.
- Kotlin Multiplatform has become stable and used for cross-platform development.