August 2017
Beginner
3h 3m
English
Overview
In this 3-hour course, 'Kotlin Fundamentals,' you will learn the foundational skills of programming with Kotlin, a versatile and modern language ideal for Android development. The material guides learners from beginner concepts to advanced features, with a strong focus on practical applications and coding techniques.
What I will be able to do after this course
- Understand the syntax and structure of the Kotlin language.
- Develop skills in creating Kotlin classes, functions, and objects.
- Master functional programming concepts such as extension functions and Lambdas in Kotlin.
- Learn to work effectively with collections and streams in the Kotlin ecosystem.
- Gain practical experience with Kotlin's type-checking and smart casting mechanisms.
Course Instructor(s)
This course is taught by Edvin Syse, an experienced software developer and educator specializing in modern programming languages. Edvin brings his practical expertise in Kotlin and passion for teaching to this comprehensive course, helping learners build skills in a structured and supportive way.
Who is it for?
This course is designed for beginners who wish to start programming with Kotlin and have minimal or no prior experience in Java or Android development. It is ideal for aspiring Android developers or anyone interested in learning a new programming language from scratch. The course equips learners to understand Kotlin fundamentals and advance towards a career in development.
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