can i learn Kotlin without previous knowledge of java ?

Question

Kotlin is now official language for android studio. I want to learn Kotlin but many people say learn java first then Kotlin.I don't want to learn java. so it's mandatory to learn java first for learn Kotlin or I can learn Kotlin without knowing java.

Answer 1

You do not need Java to learn Kotlin. Of course, it is easier to learn a second or later language than your first. The issue is more Android with Kotlin versus Android with Java. Most examples are in Java. When I started playing Android a year ago, there were only a couple of Kotlin examples so I had to figure out the things from Java. It is much better now, but is likely a year before you won't need to read any Java examples.

Answer 2

• Learning Android Development In 2019
https://medium.com/mindorks/learning-android-development-in-2019-a-practical-guide-ddc71e008696

[ Java Vs. Kotlin: ]
• Which Language Should Android Developers Start With?
https://dzone.com/articles/java-vs-kotlin-which-language-android-developer-sh

• Which One Will Be the Best in 2019?
https://dzone.com/articles/java-vs-kotlin-which-one-will-be-the-best-in-2019

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Answer 3

Yes it also runs on the jvm and I have heard that it's what Java should have been in the first place. Please read up on it for more details.

Answer 4

John Wells Thanks.