Kotlin Multiplatform: Data Serialization and Ktor Networking Made Simple
Efficient data handling and networking are the backbone of modern cross-platform apps. In Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP), tools like kotlinx.serialization and Ktor Client streamline these tasks, enabling seamless data exchange across Android, iOS, and web. This chapter dives into serialization, HTTP requests, and asynchronous operations in KMP—all while keeping your codebase clean and platform-agnostic. 1. Serialization with kotlinx.serialization Kotlin’s kotlinx.serialization library simplifies converting […]
Kotlin Multiplatform: Mastering Platform-Specific Code with Expect/Actual
Picture this: you’re tasked with building an app that runs smoothly on both Android and iOS. You’re excited to flex your coding skills, but then reality hits—writing separate codebases for each platform sounds like a one-way ticket to headache city. Duplicating logic, keeping everything in sync, and praying you don’t miss a bug on one […]
Fetch Google Ad ID in Android with Kotlin Coroutines
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Picture this: You’re building an Android app, and you need to fetch the Google Advertising ID (GAID) for, say, analytics or ad targeting. You’ve heard it’s a bit tricky because it involves asynchronous calls, and you don’t want your app to freeze while waiting for the ID. Enter Kotlin Coroutines—a superhero tool that makes handling […]
Kotlin Multiplatform(KMP): A Comprehensive Guide to Cross-Platform Development
Let’s talk about Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP)—a tool that’s like a superpower for developers who want to write code once and have it run on Android, iOS, web, and even desktop. I’ve been tinkering with this gem for a while now, and trust me, it’s a game-changer. Picture this: you’re building an app, and instead of […]
How to disable doze mode in android, kotlin?
To disable doze mode in an Android device, you can follow these steps: Alternatively, you can disable doze mode for specific apps by using the following code in Kotlin: Note that this code is intended for use in an Activity class. You may need to modify it slightly depending on your specific use case. Additionally, […]
How to enable auto start permission programmatically for customized android OS?
Mi, Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo, Huawei, LeTV, Asus like smartphone manufacturers are using a customized android OS that looks like and works differently than the stock android OS. Those manufacturers use lots of security functionality. Like your background service will be stopped after screen lock, the device will go to doze mode, foreground service will not […]
What is a Factory Method in Kotlin?
It’s a kinda Design Pattern. How and when do we need to use it? The Factory method is a creational pattern used to create objects when – A class cannot anticipate the type of objects it needs to create beforehand. You want to localize the logic to instantiate a complex object. You need several “constructors” […]
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. […]