Kotlin as
a New Trend!!
Since, Java is ruling over the market of Android App
Development from its invention time. But as the time and trend changes, a new
programming language is immerging in this field, this is “Kotlin”. The ranking
of Kotlin is getting so higher with the time that it may become one of the top
20 programming languages!
So, in this article we are going to know a brief
introduction about Kotlin and how it is getting so popular. So, let’s start.
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Introduction
It is an open source programming
language and is based on JVM (Java Virtual Machine). Kotlin is the brainchild
of JetBrain programmer based in Russia. This new language is now a part of the
latest Android studio version 3.0.
For more than 20 years, the Java market is ruling on and
obviously, it has the quality of the impeccable features and capabilities
provided. Otherwise, it would not be possible for it to rule over the market
from long time. However, this may sound
strange but you cannot ignore the "aging" aspect of Java. Kotlin
comes in the picture. A new, modern, advanced Android dedicated language offering
a remarkable set of profits. If you choose Kotlin, read the list of benefits
and go to those you can avail.
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Interoperability
Can you think of the situation, where in the same project, you
can use two different programming languages? Well, with kotlin, this is
possible. When using Kotlin, you do not need to switch to a different project
or need to change existing code. You can easily access its features and make
the app development process easier.
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Low coding
Let's think of a simple thing! When you can write only a few
lines of code, why would you write hundred lines of code? Yes, to write a
special task in Java, you can do this by writing about 20% less code in Kotlin.
Well, no wonder why Android developers are going crazy all over it!
Undoubtedly, this 'low coding' feature not only reduces the
boilerplate coding amount, but also improves code execution.
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Easy learning curve
One of the most interesting facts about Kotlin is this it
has a easy learning curve. Unlike the Android version, you can easily master it
by going to the list of language references. It has a thin and intuitive syntax
that is decent for Java experts. If you already have skills in Java, learning
Kotlin is nothing for you!
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Safe and secure
Working with Kotlin is a little safer option for developers.
Wondering why? Well, with its help, you can prevent important errors like
NullPointExceptions. Its compiler automatically blocks the mistakes.
Occasionally, a developer may ignore a small mistake, but thanks to the Kotlin
compiler, who will not allow this to happen.
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Zero adoption cost
The word 'free' or 'zero cost' easily pulls the attention of
people! Kotlin will not disappoint users in this case too. How? Well, this is
an open source language. Therefore, you will not have to spend a single penny
to get it. Just get the converter tool that can convert all existing Java files
into Kotlin and that's it! You are ready to start with this impressive high-end
language.
Conclusion:-
However, Kotlin is rapidly gaining popularity in the market,
but for beginners of the Android app development area, it is always advisable
to start learning process with Java. Because yet Java is the most popular and
used programming language in the App Development field. And you should learn it
first.
