We chat about Graphics Programming on Android and how and where Kotlin can help, availability of Kotlin libraries and where and if code sharing could help with graphics programming when targeting multiple platforms.

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Canvas and Graphics Programming

A bimonthly podcast that covers the Kotlin programming language by JetBrains, as well as related technologies. Hosted by Hadi Hariri

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Dive into the intricate world of microservices with the latest episode of Talking Kotlin, hosted by Sebastian and Hadi . In this engaging conversation, the hosts are joined by Ivan and David, the masterminds behind HTTP4K, to discuss the nuances of simplicity in software development and the often-misunderstood landscape of microservices.

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