Kotlin - Boring Languages Are Dead - Long Live Boring Languages

Explore the rise of Kotlin as the new "default boring language" in this conference talk from NDC Oslo 2021. Discover why Kotlin, despite its static typing, has won over even dynamic language enthusiasts. Dive deep into Kotlin's powerful type system, its superior null handling capabilities, and learn how to make a compelling case for adopting Kotlin in your team. Gain insights into the language's features that make it both bold and reliable, potentially replacing Java as the go-to choice for enterprise development. Examine topics such as smart casting, late initialization, and Kotlin's approach to the "billion-dollar mistake" of null references. Compare Kotlin's solutions to those of other languages like Swift, TypeScript, and Java. Understand the tradeoffs involved in language choices and how Kotlin addresses common programming challenges, particularly in Android development.