What are Generics in Kotlin?
They enable types (classes and interfaces) to be parameters when defining classes, interfaces, and methods/functions. Much like the more familiar formal parameters used in the method declarations, type parameters provide a way for you to re-use the same code with different inputs. Generic classes and methods combine reusability, type safety, and efficiency in a way […]
What is a Foreground Service in Android? A Developer’s Guide to Keeping Things Running Smoothly
Picture this: your Android app is a grand theater production. The dazzling UI is the star performer, wowing the audience with every tap and swipe. Behind the curtains, though, there’s a crew of unsung heroes—services—making sure the lights stay on and the props don’t fall apart. Most of these folks work in the shadows, but […]
Android Ignore Battery Optimization Programmatically: Keep Your App Awake!
Have you ever built an Android app that’s supposed to run like a marathon champ, only to find it napping halfway through the race? If you’ve been working with foreground services that need to hum along for a long time—say, chatting with a server or crunching some critical tasks—you’ve probably run into Android’s battery-saving antics. […]