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Nov 2024
30m 46s

Kotlin from Scratch with Faisal Islam

SCOTT HANSELMAN
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Join host Scott Hanselman as he sits down with Faisal Islam, the mind behind the book Kotlin from Scratch. In this engaging episode, they delve into the world of Kotlin, the modern programming language that's making waves in the development community. Faisal shares insights from his journey writing the book, the key features of Kotlin that make it a favorite among developers, and practical advice for anyone looking to get started with or master this powerful language. 

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