KotlinConf 2026: Talks to Help You Navigate the Schedule | The Kotlin Blog
Blog post from JetBrains
KotlinConf 2026 offers an extensive and diverse schedule designed to cater to Kotlin developers at various expertise levels, featuring a range of sessions from foundational talks to advanced deep dives. The conference addresses multiple facets of Kotlin development, including language evolution, data science applications, terminal interactions, AI integration, and cross-platform solutions. Highlights include discussions on evolving language defaults by JetBrains' lead language designer, practical sessions on data science with Kotlin tools, and advanced topics like Kotlin Native integration and compiler internals. Additionally, sessions explore Kotlin's role in powering large-scale systems at companies like Google and Uber, and its strategic adoption in fintech for reliability and risk management. The event also delves into AI's growing influence in software development, with insights on building scalable AI agents and improving AI-generated Kotlin code. With parallel tracks and a plethora of engaging topics, attendees are encouraged to carefully plan their schedules to maximize their experience at this global gathering of the Kotlin community.
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