Kotlin After 2.0

Sebastian and Pamela discuss what it means to be an expert in Kotlin Multiplatform, with the help of a panel of experts! Learn about why it's interesting to dive deep into a certain technology, recommendations on how to learn advanced topics, and general advice on how to get the most out of using KMP.   KMP libraries:   Interesting code to explore by Jake Ecosystem wishlist Learning resources HexFormat and Uuid and More KMP experts Kevin Galligan Russell Wolf Jesse Wilson Sebastian Sellmair Salomon Brys Hosts: Sebastian Aigner Pamela Hill Guests: Jake Wharton John O'Reilly Konstantin Tskhovrebov Tadeas Kriz Timestamps:(0:00) Introductions (1:40) Why be a KMP expert? (9:14) First steps to being an expert (16:38) Respecting each platform (24:04) Libraries for KMP (27:45) Advanced learning resources (38:18) Ecosystem wishlist (43:03) Exercising your KMP skills (48:15) Shoutouts to other experts (51:34) Wrap-up

In a slightly unconventional episode, Sebastian and Márton talk to the founders of Skip, an iOS-to-Android, Swift-to-Kotlin transpiler solution. Marc and Abe have a background working on both Apple platforms and the JVM, and their latest project is a bridge across these two ecosystems. Skip Skip.tools on GitHub Contributing to SkipUI webinar kdoctor Hosts: Sebastian Aigner Website Bluesky Márton Braun Website Bluesky Guests: Abe White Twitter Mastodon Marc Prud'hommeaux GitHub (0:00) Weather (2:02) Introductions (3:10) ⁠Elevator pitch⁠ (3:45) The initial idea(6:14) Pivot around the server-side (8:35) Skip(.tools) (8:56) The target audience (9:58) What about Android devs? (12:11) The current state (14:57) Pricing and components (16:43) ⁠Contributing to SkipUI⁠ (18:55) Reimplementing everything (23:07) ⁠The Skip stack⁠ (26:17) Wrapping JVM types (28:27) Writing Kotlin in Swift?! (29:56) Tooling support (32:02) There’s a Gradle project! (34:39) iOS API coverage (38:24) Platform differences (40:10) Data storage (44:31) Building on JVM libraries (46:42) JSON problems (48:00) Testing the Skip stack (51:42) SwiftUI to Compose (58:21) IDE experiences (1:03:35) Conclusion 

Sebastian introduces the new co-host of the podcast, in a special episode recorded on location at droidcon New York! Joined by Russell Wolf, author of the multiplatform-settings library, we discuss the conference, different code sharing approaches for Kotlin Multiplatform, and how to build great multiplatform libraries. droidcon New York When sharing isn’t caring: Using platform-specific code in Kotlin Multiplatform (Russell’s talk) Compose Multiplatform on iOS: On the Road to Stable (Seb’s talk) Composing an API the *right* way (Márton’s talk) The deprecated Accompanist WebView implementation for Jetpack Compose russhwolf/multiplatform-settings on GitHub Kotlin Multiplatform database libraries Room SQLDelight Dependency injection libraries Koin Kotlin-inject ViewModel for Kotlin Multiplatform Hosts: Sebastian Aigner Website Márton Braun Website Guest: Russell Wolf GitHub Twitter Timestamps 0:00 Intro at home 2:02 Intro at droidcon NYC 4:23 Russell’s talk topic 8:14 Code sharing approaches 12:28 Wrapping native APIs 16:18 Attempted segue 16:35 Designing reusable APIs 18:02 Actual segue 18:14 multiplatform-settings 20:23 Supported platforms 24:05 SharedPreferences challenges 26:20 Observable preferences 29:51 Secure storage 30:55 Windows again 31:36 Library code as reference 33:15 Testable library code 35:05 Initializing a KMP library 38:18 Database libraries 40:55 Dependency injection 44:40 Outro

In this episode, we talk about the future of Kotlin and its development after the 2.0 version.

In this episode of Talking Kotlin, Hadi Hariri and Sebastian Aigner chat with Raphael Michel, the founder of pretix, an open-source ticketing system. Raphael shares his fascinating journey, from building pretix to solve a conference ticketing problem to becoming a full-fledged company with a global reach. The conversation dives into the complexities of event ticketing, the challenges of the pandemic, and the surprising new markets pretix entered, like managing access for public swimming pools in Berlin. Throughout the episode, Raphael discusses how Kotlin plays a crucial role in pretix's development. He talks about using Kotlin for various components, including Android apps, desktop applications, server-side logic, and even future plans for integrating with hardware like turnstiles.

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Michael Rittmeister and Luca Kellermann, the brains behind Kord, a Kotlin library designed for interacting with the Discord API. In this episode, we dive into the complexities of the Discord API, the importance of WebSockets, and the challenges and strategies in building and maintaining a modularized library. We also explore the future of Kord, including their move towards native support and the ongoing effort to keep up with Discord's evolving features. Whether you're a Kotlin enthusiast or a Discord bot developer, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice. Kord library – https://github.com/kordlib/kord Michael on X – @SchlaumeierTVDE Luca on GitHub – https://github.com/lukellmann

🚀 Dive into the Compose multiverse with the latest episode of Talking Kotlin! 🌐 In this insightful conversation, our hosts, Seb and Hadi, bring on a special guest, Adriel Café, to discuss two powerful libraries in the Kotlin ecosystem – Lyricist and Voyager. 🎼 Lyricist: The Missing Piece of Jetpack Compose Adriel shares the journey behind Lyricist, an open-source library designed to simplify UI development with Jetpack Compose. Discover how Lyricist leverages sealed classes to enhance navigation, making it an indispensable tool for Compose-based Android apps. 🌍 Voyager: Compose on Warp Speed Get ready for a warp-speed adventure with Voyager! Adriel introduces Voyager, a navigation library for Compose Multiplatform, inspired by Star Trek's Voyager ship. Learn how Voyager simplifies navigation across Android, iOS, desktop, and even the web, supporting Compose Multiplatform projects seamlessly. 🤖 Lifecycle Challenges and Stability in Voyager Adriel delves into the challenges of handling lifecycles in Android and how Voyager tackles them. Discover the complexities, experimental APIs, and ongoing efforts to stabilize Voyager for a robust and crash-free navigation experience. 🛠️ Contributing to Open Source and Community Support The trio discusses the importance of open-source contributions, community support, and the fascinating world of Compose Multiplatform. Explore the nuances of transitioning from Android to Compose Multiplatform, and get a closer look at the exciting projects Adriel has been working on. 📚 Resources and Links Mentioned Lyricist: https://github.com/adrielcafe/lyricist Voyager: https://voyager.adriel.cafe/ Adriel's GitHub: https://github.com/adrielcafe Follow Adriel on Twitter: https://twitter.com/adrielcafe 👍 Enjoyed the episode? Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe! Let us know your thoughts in the comments below. Have a Kotlin-related topic you'd like us to cover in a future episode? Share your suggestions and join the Kotlin conversation!

🚀 Immerse yourself in the world of Kotlin as the latest podcast episode unveils the inner workings of the Kotlin Foundation! 🎙️ Join Sebastian and Hadi and a stellar lineup of guests, including Ksenia Shneyveys, Trisha Gee, Kevin Galligan, Charles Anderson, and Jeffrey van Gogh, as they share exclusive insights into the foundation's mission, projects, and plans for the future. 🌐 Discover the foundation's inception, core objectives, and impactful collaborations between founding members JetBrains and Google. Gain a deeper understanding of Kotlin's significance in the tech landscape and explore how the foundation is shaping the language's evolution. 🔍 Dive into the intricate workings of the Kotlin Education Committee. Explore their mission to foster the next generation of developers through initiatives like the Google Summer of Code and the Kotlin Multiplatform Contest. Uncover how Kotlin is making its mark in academia, with top universities adopting it as the go-to language for introductory computer science courses. 💼 Hear from representatives of new foundation members, Gradle, Shopify, and Touchlab. Kevin, Charles, and Trisha share valuable perspectives on why their companies joined the Kotlin Foundation and how they contribute to the thriving Kotlin ecosystem. Discover the benefits of membership and how these organizations are actively shaping the future of Kotlin. 💡 Whether you're a seasoned Kotlin developer or just stepping into the world of programming, this podcast episode offers a unique glimpse into the heart of the Kotlin Foundation. Don't miss the chance to stay updated on the latest developments, initiatives, and opportunities within the Kotlin community! 🚀 Like, share, and subscribe to stay connected with the Kotlin community and unlock the full potential of this powerful programming language! The Kotlin Foundation Annual Report 2023 – https://kotl.in/kfr_2023 Kotlin Foundation – https://kotlinfoundation.org/ #KotlinFoundation #Programming #TechPodcast #KotlinCommunity #Google #JetBrains #Gradle #Shopify #Touchlab #KotlinPodcast

Join us in this exciting episode of Talking Kotlin as we dive into the world of Kotlin Multiplatform with three special guests, Mike Nakhimovich, Yigit Boyar, and Matthew Ramotar, the minds behind the popular library 'Store' — a Kotlin Multiplatform library for building network-resilient applications. We explore the journey of 'Store' from its earlier versions to the recently released Store 5, shedding light on the challenges faced in making the library multiplatform. The conversation touches on various topics, from the adoption of Kotlin Multiplatform in different use cases, the integration with other Kotlin ecosystem tools like Molecule, to the challenges and goals ahead for 'Store.' Whether you're an Android developer, Kotlin enthusiast, or just curious about the latest developments in the Kotlin ecosystem, this episode offers valuable insights and a glimpse into the future of Kotlin Multiplatform development.

Welcome to another engaging episode of Talking Kotlin! In this edition, we dive into the dynamic world of Android development with Colin White, the creator of the widely acclaimed Coil library. Join us as we discuss the latest developments, insights, and the exciting roadmap for Coil. 🚀 Highlights from this Episode: Learn about Colin's journey in developing the Coil library. Discover the pivotal role Coil plays in simplifying image loading for Android developers. Get an exclusive sneak peek into the upcoming Coil 3.0, featuring multi-platform support and seamless integration with Jetpack Compose. 🔗 Helpful Links: Coil Library GitHub: github.com/coilkt/coil Follow Colin White on Twitter: @colinwhi 🌐 Connect with the Kotlin Community: https://kotlinlang.org/community/ Kotlin Foundation: https://kotlinfoundation.org/