Advanced Kotlin

Are you familiar with the foundations of Kotlin but eager to delve deeper into its advanced features? Have you ever wondered about the implications of variance modifiers, their limitations, and strategies to navigate these constraints? Curious about the intricacies of property delegation or the application of reflection? Interested in learning how to create a KSP or an annotation processor, or how to implement a Kotlin Compiler Plugin? This book provides answers to all these questions and more.

Designed to shed light on the sophisticated elements of Kotlin development, this book introduces the often overlooked features and tools that developers frequently rely on without a full understanding of their operation. It offers insights that will empower you to integrate these advanced features into your projects effectively.

WHO WILL BENEFIT FROM THIS BOOK?

This book targets developers who are already versed in Kotlin and are seeking to expand their knowledge of its advanced capabilities. It's intended for those with prior Kotlin development experience, and foundational skills can be acquired from the titles Kotlin Essentials and Functional Kotlin.

WHAT TOPICS ARE EXPLORED?

Dive into the depths of advanced Kotlin functionalities with this book, covering topics such as:

- Generic variance modifiers and their usage
- Interface and property delegation techniques
- Understanding Kotlin Contracts
- Navigating Kotlin and Java interoperability
- Embracing multiplatform development
- Implementing Kotlin/JS
- Mastering Kotlin reflection
- Utilizing Annotation Processor
- Developing with Kotlin Symbol Processor
- Crafting Kotlin Compiler Plugins
- Conducting static analysis with custom rules

This comprehensive guide equips you with the tools and understanding needed to harness these sophisticated Kotlin features.