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Reactive Programming in Kotlin
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Reactive Programming in Kotlin

by Rivu Chakraborty
December 2017
Intermediate to advanced
322 pages
7h 3m
English
Packt Publishing

Overview

Immerse yourself in the world of Reactive Programming with Kotlin! This book provides a comprehensive introduction to designing asynchronous, non-blocking applications using Kotlin. By exploring frameworks like RxKotlin, Spring, and Android, you will learn not just the theoretical aspects but also their practical applications, enabling you to build efficient and scalable systems.

What this Book will help me do

  • Master the foundational concepts of Reactive Programming and their application using Kotlin.
  • Learn how to use RxKotlin and other libraries to implement reactive systems in Android and Spring applications.
  • Deepen your understanding of handling concurrency, backpressure, and asynchronous data streams.
  • Design and build scalable REST APIs using Spring Framework with reactive paradigms.
  • Develop and test reliable and efficient reactive Android applications that enhance user experience.

Author(s)

Rivu Chakraborty is a seasoned software developer and an expert in Kotlin and Reactive Programming paradigms. He has years of industry experience working on scalable system architectures and has authored multiple books on Kotlin. Rivu's writing is known for its clarity and practical approach to teaching complex technical topics.

Who is it for?

This book is ideal for Kotlin developers aiming to design scalable and reliable systems and who are interested in exploring reactive programming principles. Some familiarity with Kotlin programming is expected, but no prior expertise in reactive paradigms is required. It's perfect for those wishing to build expertise in non-blocking, asynchronous application design for modern platforms like Android and Spring.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781788473026