Debounce Search in Jetpack Compose – Android | KMP Guide
Ever built a search feature that fires off network requests like a machine gun with every keystroke? We’ve all been there – watching our API quota disappear faster than free snacks at a developer conference. That’s where debouncing comes in – the art of waiting just long enough to know the user has actually stopped […]
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 […]
Companion Objects in Kotlin: Your Class’s Best Friend
Imagine you’re at a party, and your friend introduces you to their “companion.” Sounds fancy, right? Well, in Kotlin, companion objects are like that trusty sidekick who always has your back—except instead of cracking jokes. They’re helping you manage static-like behavior in an object-oriented way. If you’ve ever missed Java’s static members but wanted something […]