In this audio, we dive into the world of the Kotlin programming language, where Lambda expressions in Kotlin offer a gateway to enhanced functional programming techniques. By integrating concise code with lambda expressions, developers can leverage the full potential of higher-order functions in Kotlin, streamlining their codebase and elevating cod…

As Microsoft App Center sails into the sunset, Robin and Mazen break down what this major shift means by focusing on new tools and strategies for React Native developers. This episode is brought to you by Infinite Red! Infinite Red is a premier React Native design and development agency located in the USA. With five years of React Native experience…

In this audio, we divulge why Kotlin Lambda Expressions are a powerful tool for achieving concise and readable code, fostering clarity and maintainability. By embracing the functional programming paradigm, Kotlin Lambda Expressions promote modular and scalable code, making it easier to streamline your programming efforts. The benefits of using Lamb…

About one and a half years ago, ChatGPT was launched. The way we search for information and develop software has changed a lot since then as the use of Artificial Intelligence suddenly became a lot easier. What can we expect in the near future, and how can we program AI ourselves with Java? Let's find out... Guests Lize Raes https://www.linkedin.co…

It’s a roundtable whirlwind when Fuad Kamal and Franklin Byaruhanga join Dru, Suz, and Jenn to discuss and list their favorite apps as developers. [Subscribe in iTunes] [Listen in Spotify] [Watch on YouTube] [RSS Feed] Interested in sponsoring a podcast episode? Check out our Advertise With Kodeco page to find out how! Show Notes Developers favouri…

Discover the multitude of Kotlin lambda expressions benefits, which significantly enhance the readability and maintainability of apps, especially in Android development. Click here for the full What are Lambda Expressions in Kotlin? A Complete Guide [2023] Blog post - https://kekekhanyisatv.systeme.io/lambda-expressions-kotlin-video Explore the adv…

This week, Jamon is joined by Benji Lightstone, a senior software engineer at Spatial. They talk about Benji’s journey into software development and how they use React Native at Spatial. This episode is brought to you by Infinite Red! Infinite Red is a premier React Native design and development agency located in the USA. With five years of React N…

Kotlin lambda expressions offer a concise way to define anonymous functions, making it easier to implement functional programming concepts in the language. This tutorial video will provide a comprehensive introduction to Kotlin lambdas, covering the syntax for defining lambda expressions, their usage, and examples. The video will explain the basics…

In this podcast, once a month, we discuss the history of a Java User Group and the people behind it. In this episode, I'm leaving the European Union and stepping over the border of Switzerland, the country where the Red Cross was started, and many international institutions have their headquarters. Let's find out if there is also a big Java communi…

Dru and Jenn are joined by AlexSullivan and Filip Babic to help understand the transition developers are making from old XML UIs into the new Jetpack Compose world. [Subscribe in iTunes] [Listen in Spotify] [Watch on YouTube] [RSS Feed] Special thanks to this episode’s sponsor, Porkbun.com. Porkbun is offering .app, .dev, or .foo domain names for o…

Welcome to our comprehensive tutorial on Kotlin lambda expressions, where we delve into the fundamental concepts and advanced usage scenarios. In this tutorial, we'll cover the introduction to Kotlin lambda expressions, basic Kotlin lambda expression examples, and provide insights into when to use lambdas in Kotlin. Our video will explore the intri…

Dive into the Metro bundler with Jamon, Robin, and Mazen on this new installment of RNR Explains! It's packed with insights for even the most advanced React Native developers. This episode is brought to you by Infinite Red! Infinite Red is a premier React Native design and development agency located in the USA. With five years of React Native exper…

Kotlin's type system distinguishes between nullable and non-nullable types to eliminate null pointer exceptions, which are referred to as a billion-dollar mistake; this Kotlin null safety explained tutorial covers the syntax for declaring nullable variables with a question mark and using the safe call operator and elvis operator to gracefully handl…

Last September, we got Java 21, a Long Term Support (LTS) version with eight new big features and seven incubator or preview features. Does Java 22 also bring that much innovation, or is it just a bug-fix release? And what needs to be done to get such a release published on time? Let's find out... Speakers Loïc Mathieu https://www.linkedin.com/in/l…

Jamon, Robin, and Mazen unveil the secrets of the dev menu in React Native, sharing tips and tricks that even seasoned developers might not know! This episode is brought to you by Infinite Red! Infinite Red is a premier React Native design and development agency located in the USA. With five years of React Native experience and deep roots in the Re…

In this video, I'm going to tell you the story of Kotlin and Java and how they've become the languages of choice for Android development. I'll also tell you when you can expect Kotlin to overtake Java as the language of choice for Android development, and what you need to do to make sure you're ready for Kotlin's arrival. If you're an Android devel…

🚀 Dive into the Compose multiverse with the latest episode of Talking Kotlin! 🌐 In this insightful conversation, our hosts, Seb and Hadi, bring on a special guest, Adriel Café, to discuss two powerful libraries in the Kotlin ecosystem – Lyricist and Voyager.🎼 Lyricist: The Missing Piece of Jetpack ComposeAdriel shares the journey behind Lyricist, a…

In this video, we're going to be comparing Kotlin and Java for Android app development. We'll be discussing the pros and cons of each language and hopefully help you make a decision about which one is the best for your next project! If you're looking to develop mobile apps in Java or Kotlin, then this video is for you! We'll discuss the key differe…

Once a month in this podcast, we talk about the history of a Java User Group and the people behind it. We have a special group in this episode as we visit the virtual Quarkus Club. This initiative started less than a year ago and is already one of the biggest groups in the world dedicated to Quarkus. Links https://discord.com/invite/NUsVvZp7hs http…

This episode brought to you by Infinite Red! Infinite Red is a premier React Native design and development agency located in the USA. With five years of React Native experience and deep roots in the React Native community (hosts of Chain React and the React Native Newsletter), Infinite Red is the best choice for your next React Native app. Episode …

Real Life React Native returns! Host Mazen Chami sits down with David Leuliette to explore the intricacies of building the Retail Shake Scanner app using React Native. They discuss the app's unique features, the challenges during development, and share insights for developers navigating similar projects. This episode brought to you by Infinite Red!…

Discover the power of Kotlin lambda expressions and their role in functional programming with this comprehensive guide to lambda expressions in Kotlin. Learn the syntax of lambda expressions in Kotlin, including the parameters and return type, and explore real-world examples of Kotlin lambda expressions in action. Understand the difference between …

As a developer we all want to write bug free and high quality code. Writing tests is a crucial part to achieve this. Let’s explore the art of ensuring robust and bug-free code in the Java ecosystem. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting out, there’s a lot you can learn from the experts in this podcast about testing methodologies, too…

A new benchmark test compares Kotlin vs Java graphics performance to see if Kotlin faster graphics than Java? The Kotlin vs Java graphics benchmark measures 2D and 3D graphics rendering speeds using Kotlin Native vs Java OpenGL. The results reveal how Kotlin Native graphics performance compares to Java's graphics performance. The Kotlin vs Java gam…

Professor Brad Ashburn joins Dru and Suz to talk about the trials and tribulations in his journey from writing an iOS app to getting it published in the Apple App Store. [Subscribe in iTunes] [Listen in Spotify] [Watch on YouTube] [RSS Feed] Special thanks to this episode’s sponsor, Porkbun.com. Porkbun is offering .app, .dev, or .foo domain names …

Yearly performance reviews for software engineers can be a stressful and/or exciting time. If we can prepare for review season by having a clear idea of our impact, data to support it and a clear vision for where we want to go in our career, we can set ourselves up for a successful yearly performance review. Chapters New Year - New End-of-Year Revi…

Jamon, Robin, and Mazen react to the 2023 State of React Native Results by Software Mansion! Follow along as they break down all of the results and (spoiler alert) RNR is still your favorite podcast. This episode brought to you by Infinite Red! Infinite Red is a premier React Native design and development agency located in the USA. With five years …

🚀 Immerse yourself in the world of Kotlin as the latest podcast episode unveils the inner workings of the Kotlin Foundation! 🎙️ Join Sebastian and Hadi and a stellar lineup of guests, including Ksenia Shneyveys, Trisha Gee, Kevin Galligan, Charles Anderson, and Jeffrey van Gogh, as they share exclusive insights into the foundation's mission, projec…

One question Android developers often ask is how Kotlin compares to Java in terms of APK size; analyzing kotlin vs java apk size, tests show that Kotlin can produce smaller APKs than Java as the Kotlin apk size comparison to java demonstrates. Since reducing android apk size with Kotlin leads to smaller downloads, Kotlin's apk optimization vs java …

A kotlin vs java battery drain test reveals that kotlin android battery drain is lower than java, though the difference is small. Extensive testing shows kotlin does not drain battery faster than java; in fact, kotlin vs java battery performance is quite similar according to measurements of android kotlin vs java battery life during typical usage. …

Once a month in this podcast, we talk about the history of a Java User Group and the people behind it. Today, we are traveling to Cape Town and Johannesburg to learn more about its Java communities. Java User Groups Jozi-JUG https://www.meetup.com/Jozi-JUG/ https://www.youtube.com/@JoziJUG https://twitter.com/jozijug Cape Town Java Community https:…

This episode brought to you by Infinite Red! Infinite Red is a premier React Native design and development agency located in the USA. With five years of React Native experience and deep roots in the React Native community (hosts of Chain React and the React Native Newsletter), Infinite Red is the best choice for your next React Native app. Connect …

How do you level up in your development career? If you’re interested in how to upskill from a junior-level developer to a senior dev, you’ll get great advice here from people who have been there themselves. Guests rain down on us as Harlan Kellaway, Ben MacKinnon, and Adrian Strahan join Jenn and Dru to talk about the path from climbing the develop…

Descoping a project or feature simply means making it smaller. This might mean cutting out a few bells and whistles, or it could mean making large changes to the overall requirements. By evaluating project requirements and deadlines early on, and looking for ways to deliver smaller portions of that project earlier in the process, we can deliver val…

Kotlin and Java are popular programming languages, but how do they compare when it comes to CPU usage and performance? This in-depth audio provides a kotlin vs java performance benchmark with speed tests and efficiency comparisons of CPU utilization for the two languages. We conduct thorough kotlin vs java multiprocessing and multithreading perform…

When starting to build a new website, you are facing a major challenge. Which framework should you use? Angular, React, Vue, Svelte? They are all based on JavaScript and can be the right choice depending on your needs. But do you really need one of these frameworks? Why would you not just stick to Java and use one of the many great libraries that a…

Join Robin and Mazen as they navigate React Native 0.73's key updates! Topics cover enhanced debugging capabilities, Android and Kotlin template updates, and significant architectural updates for a more efficient development environment. This episode brought to you by Infinite Red! Infinite Red is a premier React Native design and development agenc…

When comparing Kotlin vs Java memory usage, Kotlin's memory footprint and garbage collection are more efficient than Java's due to Kotlin's handling of null values and immutable data structures. Benchmarks reveal Kotlin's memory usage statistics outperform Java, like a 9.7% lower memory footprint in the Binary Trees test, though Java scored 13% bet…

We’re back with another React Native news episode! From the new Expo SDK 50 Beta, to RN 0.73 and Reactotron 3, this episode has all the goods. This episode brought to you by Infinite Red! Infinite Red is a premier React Native design and development agency located in the USA. With five years of React Native experience and deep roots in the React Na…

It’s all AI this episode as Mina Gerges and Dan Ilies take all three of our hosts down the rabbit hole. Join Dru, Suz, and Jenn for an amazing episode. [Subscribe in iTunes] [Listen in Spotify] [Watch on YouTube] [RSS Feed] Interested in sponsoring a podcast episode? Check out our Advertise With Kodeco page to find out how! Show Notes AI Introducin…

In this audio, we compare Kotlin vs Java startup time by looking at metrics like Kotlin startup time vs Java startup time, Kotlin cold start vs Java cold start, and Kotlin warm start vs Java warm start. We also examine Kotlin application startup time Java, Kotlin server startup time Java, Kotlin compile time vs Java compile time, Kotlin first launc…

“Public static void main string array” are the first words everyone sees when they start their first Java Hello World experiments. Some teachers explain them, while others say you will understand each word later. Is this a problem to attract more Java developers? And how can we make the Java language more attractive for newbies? Let’s ask some expe…

When debugging an error in our code or looking for a solution to a given problem, it's easy to fall into the trap of going with the quick, obvious solution. However, this often sets us up for future problems because many times the obvious solution does not solve the root cause of the error or solve the fundamental problem of the task in front of us…

With Kotlin gaining popularity for Android development, many are wondering how it compares to Java in terms of performance metrics like speed and memory usage. Tests show Kotlin often completes tasks faster than Java on Android, though Java may use slightly less memory in some cases. Through benchmark tests in Android Studio, Kotlin consistently pr…

In this audio, we'll show you how to check in the Program Files Folder 📁 if Java JDK is installed. This is an important step to take if you're using Java in your project! Sometimes it can be tricky to know if Java JDK is installed on your computer. In this video, we'll show you how to check in the Program Files folder to see if Java JDK is installe…

Once a month in this podcast, we talk about the history of a Java User Group and the people behind it. Today, we are traveling to the Dominican Republic to learn more about the country and its Java community. Guests Brayan Muñoz Vargas https://twitter.com/Brayanmnz_ https://www.linkedin.com/in/brayanmnz/ Eudris Cabrera Rodriguez https://twitter.com…

In this video, we discuss how to use the command prompt to check whether the Java JDK is installed. 👨‍💻 With our step-by-step guide, learn how to use the command prompt to verify whether Java JDK is installed on your PC. As a fundamental tool for various Java apps and programming, the JDK is essential for any developer or enthusiast. Checking its p…

Java was born in 1995, when the internet as we know it today, didn’t exist yet. Cloud servers, Docker, Kubernetes, distributed systems, scaling up and down,… These things are now part of our daily job, but Java wasn’t originally designed for it. In this episode, we want to learn if the recent evolutions in OpenJDK, and ongoing related projects, wil…