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What does "Kotlin" mean in programming?
Kotlin is one of the most common terms in software development. This guide explains what it means, how it is used in practice, and why it matters, with real examples from the developer world.
Definition
A statically typed language that runs on the JVM and compiles to JavaScript or native code. Fully interoperable with Java and the official language for Android development. Known for null safety and concise syntax compared to Java.
Example
"We migrated the Android app from Java to Kotlin and immediately eliminated a class of NullPointerException crashes."
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