Learn the essential features of Kotlin in the time it takes to watch a movie
What you will learn
Understand the essential structure of the Kotlin language
Map Kotlin features to othe programming languages from your experience
Use object orientation for clear code organization
Understand and effectively use the Kotlin standard collection library
Use functional programming for powerful, concise code
Description
If you are looking to give Kotlin a try without investing too much time, this mini-course is for you.
This 2-hour online Kotlin course is your compact introduction to the fundamentals of Kotlin programming for if you’re looking to enhance your software development skills. Starting with Kotlin basics, the course delves into the language’s syntax and control flow mechanisms, laying a solid foundation for understanding how to write clean and efficient Kotlin code. It then covers the object-oriented programming (OOP) features of Kotlin, including classes, inheritance, and objects, enabling learners to design robust and scalable software systems.
The course also explores Kotlin’s standard collections, providing insights into how to effectively manage and manipulate data. A key focus is placed on functional programming essentials, introducing lambdas and the functional collection API to promote writing more concise and expressive code. We will also explore Kotlin-specific features and niceties, such as nullables, special methods, operator overloading, and extension methods, which highlight the language’s unique capabilities and how they can be leveraged to simplify coding tasks.
Designed for beginners and intermediate developers alike, this course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to start building applications with Kotlin, emphasizing practical examples and real-world applications to ensure a well-rounded learning experience.
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