Kotlin vs Java
Kotlin and Java both run on the JVM and can interoperate seamlessly. However, Kotlin introduces many modern language features that improve developer productivity and reduce common errors.
| Feature | Kotlin | Java |
|---|---|---|
| Syntax | Concise and expressive | More verbose |
| Null Safety | Built-in null safety, nullable types | Prone to NullPointerExceptions |
| Coroutines Support | Native coroutine support for async tasks | No built-in support; uses threads or third-party libs |
| Extension Functions | Supported (add functions to existing classes) | Not available |
| Type Inference | Advanced type inference reduces boilerplate | Requires explicit type declarations |
| Interoperability | Fully interoperable with Java code and libraries | Can call Kotlin code, but not as seamlessly |
| Default Values & Named Args | Supported | Not supported |
| Data Classes | Concise, automatic generation of getters/setters, toString, etc. | Manual implementation required |


