Kotlin for Java developers : confidently transition from Java to Kotlin through hands-on examples and idiomatic Kotlin practices / José Dimas, Luján castillo, Ron Veen.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Dimas, José, author.

Castillo, Luján, author.

Veen, Ron, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Application software--Development--Computer programs.

Application software.

Java (Computer program language).

Kotlin (Computer program language).

Physical Description:

1 online resource (1 volume)

Place of Publication:

[Birmingham, United Kingdom] : Packt Publishing Limited, [2025]

Summary:

Learn how to transition smoothly from Java to Kotlin with practical guidance. In 'Kotlin for Java Developers', you'll discover Kotlin's features presented through hands-on examples paralleling Java constructs, which ensures an easy learning curve. You'll gain a deep understanding of Kotlin's idiomatic patterns for use in backend, Android, and multi-platform projects. What this Book will help me do Write robust Kotlin programs effectively by leveraging type safety and concise syntax. Refactor existing Java projects into modern, scalable Kotlin-based solutions. Implement Kotlin's core features like null safety, extension functions, and DSLs. Master asynchronous programming in Kotlin using coroutines and flows for responsiveness. Ensure seamless interoperability between Kotlin and Java in mixed-code environments. Author(s) Jose Dimas and Ron Veen are experienced software engineers with extensive Kotlin and Java expertise. They've worked across multiple industries solving complex technical challenges and building efficient systems. Dedicated educators, they craft their books with a clear focus on empowering developers by connecting foundational knowledge with practical application in real-world scenarios. Who is it for? This book is ideal for Java programmers seeking to learn Kotlin efficiently and use it in professional environments. Whether you are an Android developer moving to Kotlin or a backend engineer adopting Kotlin for its modern features, this technical guide suits your needs. Readers should have an understanding of fundamental Java concepts to fully benefit from the learning material presented.

Notes:

Includes index.

OCLC-licensed vendor bibliographic record.

ISBN:

1-83588-482-2

9781835884836

OCLC:

1552790496