Location Permissions in Android, KMP, and CMP: Complete Guide
Key Points Introduction Hey there, fellow developers! Today, we’re diving into how to handle location permissions in Kotlin, focusing on both Android with Jetpack Compose and cross-platform with Compose Multiplatform. Whether you’re building a navigation app or just need to know where users are, getting location permissions right is key. Let’s break it down step […]
Compose Multiplatform Data Storage Guide
Ever built an app that forgets everything when you close it? Feels about as useful as a grocery list written in disappearing ink. Proper data handling is what turns your flashy UI into something people actually want to use. With Compose Multiplatform, we can manage data storage consistently across Android, iOS, desktop, and web – […]
Refresh Token Interceptor: Ktor | Retrofit | Apollo GraphQL
Key Points Introduction to Refresh Tokens Refresh tokens are like a backup plan for your app’s authentication. They let you get new access tokens when the old ones expire, keeping users logged in without needing to log in again. This is super handy for apps that need to stay connected, like social media or banking […]
Build Cross-Platform Forms in Compose Multiplatform
Forms are the unsung heroes of app development – they’re everywhere, yet we rarely give them much thought until something goes wrong. You know the feeling: you tap “Submit” and nothing happens, or worse, the keyboard covers half the fields. With Compose Multiplatform, we can create forms that work beautifully across Android, iOS, desktop, and […]
Advanced Animations in Compose Multiplatform UI
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Remember the first time you saw a slick animation in an app and thought, “Wow, that’s cool”? That moment of delight is what we’re after when creating animations in our apps. With Compose Multiplatform, we can now bring those magical moments to users across Android, iOS, desktop, and web—all from a single codebase. I’ve spent […]
Theming in Compose Multiplatform: Build Consistent Cross-Platform UIs
Theming is the secret sauce for creating polished, professional apps. With Compose Multiplatform, you can define a unified design system that adapts to Android, iOS, desktop, and web—while still allowing platform-specific tweaks. This guide covers Material Design theming, dark mode, and adaptive styling strategies for KMP apps. 1. Building a Unified Theme with Material Design […]
Core Compose Multiplatform Concepts: Build Dynamic Cross-Platform UIs
1. Composables: The Foundation of UI What are Composables?Composables are reusable UI components marked with @Composable that update automatically when data changes. Key Features: 2. State Management: Data-Driven UI State = Dynamic UIState changes trigger automatic UI updates through recomposition. Basic State Example State Hoisting Pattern (Recommended) Why State Hoisting?✅ Better testability✅ Component reusability✅ Clear separation of […]
Kotlin Multiplatform UI: Mastering Compose for Cross-Platform Apps
Compose Multiplatform revolutionizes cross-platform development by letting you build native UIs for Android, iOS, desktop, and web with a single codebase. In this guide, we’ll explore its core concepts—from declarative UI design to state management—so you can create performant, beautiful apps faster than ever. What Makes Compose Multiplatform Unique? Project Setup Step 1: Create a KMP […]
Kotlin 2.1.20: The Superhero Upgrade for Android, KMP, and Server-Side Devs
Why Kotlin 2.1.20 Matters: A Quick Intro Before we get into the nitty-gritty, let’s set the stage. Kotlin’s been the cool kid on the block for a while now—concise, safe, and multiplatform, it’s the programming equivalent of a Swiss Army knife. With 2.1.20, JetBrains has polished it up even more, giving developers a faster, smarter, and more […]
Kotlin Multiplatform Testing: Unit, Integration, and Platform-Specific Strategies
Testing is the backbone of reliable cross-platform apps. Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP) lets you write tests once for shared logic and adapt them for Android, iOS, and web. This chapter covers unit testing, integration testing, and mocking strategies to ensure your KMP apps work flawlessly across platforms. 1. Unit Testing Shared Code Test shared business logic in commonTest using Kotlin’s built-in kotlin.test library. Setup […]