Kodee’s Kotlin Roundup: Kotlin Turns 15, Kotlin 2.4.0, and the Kotlin Toolchain - The JetBrains Blog
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Kotlin celebrated its 15th anniversary with a flurry of updates and announcements, including the release of Kotlin 2.4.0, which introduces new features such as stabilized context parameters and expanded standard library capabilities across multiple platforms. The Kotlin Toolchain 0.11 offers a streamlined workflow for project management, while Koog 1.0 reaches a significant milestone for building AI agents in Kotlin. The Kotlin Foundation is offering grants for developers working on open-source projects, and Compose Hot Reload and Multiplatform updates are pushing boundaries in UI development and AI interaction. Notable stories include Booking.com's successful adoption of Kotlin Multiplatform and Sony's long-term satisfaction with their Kotlin Multiplatform efforts, highlighting the language's versatility and growing ecosystem. Additionally, free Kotlin courses are available on Hyperskill, providing opportunities for developers to enhance their skills in celebration of the language's milestone anniversary.
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