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Modern Kotlin for Java Developers
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August 13, 2025
Abstract
This session is intended to provide an update for Java developers on the current state of the Kotlin language and ecosystem. The first half will include Kotlin idioms that promote data oriented programming, functional programming, structured concurrency with coroutines, and Java interop (all covered in brief).
The latter half will conclude with exposure to Kotlin in Spring Boot, Kotlin Multiplatform and Compose unlocking the next frontier in Kotlin development. This also happens to be the story of how a front-end challenged backend developer who couldn't CSS his way out of a paper bag discovered design systems.
Presented by Vishal Reddy
Vishal Reddy is a multi-disciplinary Software Engineer specializing in JVM ecosystems, with deep experience across Java EE, Spring Boot, and most recently Android/Kotlin Multiplatform development. Having worked in both traditional enterprise web and modern mobile environments, he brings a practical perspective on when and how to adopt Kotlin's expanding ecosystem.
Location and Time
On the second Wednesday of each month, we meet as a group to discuss the latest and greatest Java related methodologies, technologies and tools. Our meeting space is provided by Improving and is located at 5445 Legacy Dr, Suite 100, Plano, TX 75024.
Social time starts at 6:30 PM, announcements and sponsorship information at 7:00 PM, followed by the presentation which ends by 9:00 PM. Our sponsors provide free food and drink during the social hour. After the presentation has come to an end, we hold a drawing where we give away prizes that are also made possible by our sponsors. We look forward to seeing you there!