The Case for Kotlin and Ceylon

Explore the evolution of programming languages in this 57-minute conference talk from Devoxx. Delve into the advantages of Kotlin and Ceylon as potential alternatives for Java programmers. Discover how these languages embrace declarative expression and "extensible classes," offering new approaches to programming that Java struggles to keep pace with. Learn about the benefits of mixed language codebases and how integrating Kotlin and Ceylon can lead to more understandable and maintainable code. Gain insights from Russel Winder, an independent consultant and expert in programming languages, as he presents a compelling case for why Kotlin and Ceylon represent the future for Java developers.