Kotlin mainly targets the JVM , but also compiles to JavaScript (e.g., for frontend web applications using React) or native code via LLVM (e.g., for native iOS apps sharing business logic with Android apps). Language development costs are borne by JetBrains, while the Kotlin Foundation protects the Kotlin trademark.
Read moreWhich JDK to use with Kotlin?
Kotlin 1.1. 2 now requires Java Development Kit (JDK) 8 . “Most other Java development tools such as Gradle and the Android toolchain also require JDK 8, so you almost certainly already have it installed,” said Dmitry Jemerov, a principal engineer at JetBrains.27 Nis 2017
Read moreHow do I create a Kotlin file?
To convert Java code to Kotlin, open the Java file in Android Studio, and select Code > Convert Java File to Kotlin File. Alternatively, create a new Kotlin file (File > New > Kotlin File/Class) , and then paste your Java code into that file.
Read moreHow do I create a new project on Kotlin?
Step 1: In Welcome to Android Studio screen, select Start a new Android Studio Project. Step 2: Select Empty Activity and click on the Next button. Step 3: Here we write name of our application and select the language Kotlin for the project. Then, click on the Finish button to launch the project.
Read moreHow do I create a project in IntelliJ?
Launch IntelliJ IDEA. If the Welcome screen opens, click New Project. Otherwise, from the main menu, select File | New | Project . From the list on the left, select the framework that you want to use in your application.
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