Why You Should Learn Kotlin
Blog post from Luciq
Kotlin has emerged as a leading language for Android app development due to its ease of learning, interoperability with Java, and enhanced safety features such as null safety, which reduces the risk of Null Pointer Exceptions common in Java. Officially supported by Google since 2017, Kotlin is thriving with strong community backing and abundant learning resources available, making it a compelling choice for developers. Kotlin Multiplatform, introduced by JetBrains, allows developers to use a single codebase for both iOS and Android, offering native UI experiences and performance, which is especially advantageous for businesses seeking cross-platform solutions. However, while the core components of Kotlin Multiplatform are production-ready, some advanced features remain in beta, and its adoption requires familiarity with different tech stacks, which may increase development resources compared to alternatives like Flutter. Despite these considerations, Kotlin's flexibility and growing popularity make it an attractive skill for developers to acquire in the evolving landscape of mobile development.