Why did Google use Kotlin?

Have you ever thought how much Google paid to introduce Kotlin into Android? This question usually surprises the developers I talk to about this topic. The answer in most cases is that Google got Kotlin for free because it is released under Apache 2.0 open-source license .

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Is Kotlin necessary for Android?

Despite the undisputable reputation of Java as a programming language, Android was long in need for a modern language. Kotlin filled that gap, and has been loved by developers ever since it was announced as the official language for Android. … Kotlin vs Java. FeatureJavaKotlinExtension FunctionsUnavailableAvailableJava Vs Kotlin – Which Should You Choose For Android Development www.moveoapps.com › blog › java-vs-kotlin

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