Kotlin for Java Developers by JetBrains via Coursera: Fee, Duration, How to Apply

Quick Facts

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Medium of instructions English	Mode of learning Self study	Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based

Course overview

Kotlin is the modern computer programming language, it is advanced and gives more power to developers for performing everyday tasks. The kotlin language is safe, concise, and pragmatic. It is focused majorly on interoperability with another language, i.e JAVA code. The application of Kotlin is almost exactly the same place as Java is being used already: development for the server-side, and designing of android apps, etc Kotlin is one hundred percent compatible with the existing Java framework. It has great tooling support. The language is very pragmatic with an intuitive flow that makes it easy to be grasped especially for Java developers.

This course on Kotlin for Java Developers focuses on JVM bytecode. The course concentrates on the beauty and power of Kotlin, it highlights the basics of the Kotlin language with a discussion on various corner cases, and especially the ones relating to Java interoperability. Certificate Course On Kotlin For Java Developers By Coursera is based most importantly on the Java experience, it will exhibit the similarities existing between both the languages and concentrates on the differences.

The course is an overview of Kotlin and its interoperability with Java, It will however not cover the fundamentals of programming. It teaches learners functional programming using Kotlin, nullability, programming oriented towards the object using Kotlin, Basic syntax, Java interoperability, power of Kotlin Language standard library.

The course is an intermediate level and it is taught by experts from Jetbrains. This course will help Candidates appreciate the advanced features of using Kotlin integrated with Java. It will better prepare professionals to overcome the programming challenges they face at work and help them find workable solutions.

Course and certificate fees

Type of course

Free

Kotlin for Java Developers Fees Structure :

Course	Fee
Kotlin for Java Developers	Rs. 2,480

certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

Coursera

certificate fees

₹2,435

Who it is for

Computer programmer Software engineer

The detailed Certificate Programme Kotlin for java developers by Coursera is a programme crafted especially for the following candidates:

Professionals and developers working on server-side development and android app development.
Java developers are willing to learn the modern programming language Kotlin and its fundamentals.
Programmers working with java who wish to better enhance their knowledge base on a language and its interoperability with Java.

Eligibility criteria

Certification Qualifying Details

Candidates completing the Course on Kotlin For Java Developers programme will be receiving a certificate of completion from Coursera.

What you will learn

Java

By enrolling for this programme Kotlin for Java Developers by Coursera candidates can learn the following:

Working out advanced challenges in java programming and using kotlin to further solve the arising problems in java development.
Professionals working with android app development can learn Kotlin interoperability of the language with Java.
Practical understanding and takeaways from the graded quizzes and assignments in obtaining an understanding of Kotlin language and the applications of Kotlin with Java.

The syllabus

Module 1: Introduction

Videos

Introduction to the course
What is Kotlin?
History of Kotlin
Developing Kotlin

Module 2: Starting up with Kotlin

Videos

From Java to Kotlin
Introducing Kotlin to an existing project
"Hello, world" example
Variables
Functions
Named & default arguments
Conditionals: if & when
Loops
'in' checks & ranges
Exceptions
Extension Functions
Examples from the Standard Library
Calling Extensions
Importance of extensions
Solution: Mastermind
Solution: Checking identifier
Solution: Sum as an extension function

Reading

Setting up programming assignments

Programming Assignment

Mastermind game

Plugins

Kotlin Playground: Checking identifier
Kotlin Playground: Sum as an extension function
Kotlin Playground: Mastermind in a functional style

Module 3: Nullability, Functional Programming

Videos

Nullable types
Nullable types under the hood
Safe casts
Importance of nullability
Lambdas
Common Operations on collections
Operations Quiz - I
Operations Quiz - II
Function Types
Member References
return from Lambda
Is Kotlin a functional language?
Solution: Nice String
Solution: Taxi Park, tasks 1-3
Solution: Taxi Park, tasks 4 & 5
Solution: Taxi Park, task 6
Solution: Checking whether string is null or empty
Solution: Safe casts
Solution: Interchangeable predicates

Reading

Mastermind in a functional style

Programming Assignment

Nice String
Taxi Park

Plugins

Kotlin Playground: Checking whether string is null or empty
Kotlin Playground: Safe casts
Kotlin Playground: Interchangeable predicates
Taxi Park. Pareto Principle task

Module 4: Properties, OOP, Conventions

Videos

Properties
More about Properties
Lazy or late initialization
OOP in Kotlin
Constructors, Inheritance syntax
Class modifiers - I
Class modifiers - II
Objects, object expressions & companion objects
Constants
Generics
OOP design choices
Operator Overloading
Conventions
(Not)using operator overloading
Solution: Rationals
Solution: Unstable val
Solution: Using lateinit property
Solution: NPE during initialization
Solution: Equality

Programming Assignment

Rationals
Board

Plugins

Kotlin Playground: Unstable val
Kotlin Playground: Using lateinit property
Kotlin Playground: NPE during initialization
Kotlin Playground: Equality

Module 5: Sequences, Lambdas wirh Receiver, Types

Videos

Library functions looking like built-in constructs
The power of inline
Inline or not inline?..
Collections vs Sequences
More about Sequences
Creating Sequences
Library Functions
Lambda with receiver
More useful library functions
Basic types
Kotlin type hierarchy
Nullable Types
Collection types
Solution: Inlining of the 'filter' function
Solution: Fibonacci sequence
Solution: Working with auxiliary functions
Solution: Member extensions
Conclusion

Programming Assignment

Game 2048 & Game of Fifteen

Plugins

Kotlin Playground: Inlining of the 'filter' function
Kotlin Playground: Fibonacci sequence
Kotlin Playground: Working with auxiliary functions
Kotlin Playground: Member extensions

Admission details

The Certificate programme on Kotlin For Java Developers can be registered for in these simple steps. Candidates can enrol in a matter of minutes.

For registering in this course candidates can take the following steps:

Step 1: Visit the Coursera programme detail page on the website and click ‘Enroll.’

Step 2: Candidates having an existing account on Coursera can log in, or create a new account with their email, Facebook account, or Google id to log in to Coursera.

Step 3: Candidates have the option of buying the course by clicking on enrolling and paying the course fee. Or they have the option of auditing the course for free. Candidates should note that auditing a course does not reward a certificate.

Step 4: Next they can choose to experience a free 7-day trial for Coursera plus that is their paid version.

Step 5: For buying the course, candidates will have to enter the payment details and pay the course fee through any of the payment modes available.

Step 6: By paying up the course fee or enrolling for a free audit of the course, candidates can access videos and course materials for reading.

Step 7: Candidates can access/ download the video files and course reading material at their own pace, and reset deadlines if need be.

Scholarship Details

Financial aid is available for candidates who cannot pay their fees. They can visit the Financial Aid section and enrol for it.

How it helps

The Course on Kotlin for Java Developers is a programme perfect for candidates from multi-disciplines. The course has excellent content packed with relevant and useful exercises for Kotlin. The assignments are graded and feedback is given out to individuals by Jetbrains instructor is an easy and simple language. The instructors coming from the best of the companies in the market help the candidate become real-life experts and professionals in their fields. The course material is comprehensive and contains one of the best detailed information and application use of Kotlin and its interoperability with java.

Additionally, Coursera offers lifetime access to courses purchased and candidates can refer to course content even in the future in case of doubts or refreshing of information.

The assignments and quizzes focus on applications and real problem solving using the tools of the language. This helps the candidates gain knowledge beyond books! The course provides a chance to Implement over a hundred questions and problems in the course that will help you, learners, in shaping a deeper understanding and provide an edge over other job seekers in the job market.

Instructors

Ms Svetlana Isakova
Developer Advocate
JetBrains

FAQs

What are the advantages of learning from Coursera?

Coursera offers expert-curated courses that are researched and created by instructors from leading universities in the world. They are specialists in their subjects and provide real-life solutions to challenges that candidates and professionals encounter in the current day working field.

In case of doubts, what should a candidate do?

Coursera comprises a dedicated student forum. This discussion forum provides a chance for candidates attending the same course to interact or discuss subject matter doubts or queries. Candidates who have any doubts may post their queries at any time for quick peer-reviewed answers. This is a perfect way to clarify doubts. Optionally, Coursera offers email support for queries.

Is the course completely online, or requires attendance on campus?

The Programme Kotlin for java developers by Coursera is an online programme. Candidates can take classes from any place through their phones or laptops and also at any given time. The course does not need any campus visits.

Is there a particular order in which course videos need to be followed?

Yes. Coursera suggests every learner watch the class videos in the said order, to have a better flow of knowledge and information of concepts. If a candidate starts without the base information, this can hamper the proper flow of learning.

What is the total duration of this course?

The programme duration depends on the candidate as it is self-paced. On average, a regular candidate can complete the programme material in 25 hours. The course contains several hours of video content.

From when can candidates access the course content?

Candidates get instant access to the programme content after they have paid the course fee. Candidates who choose the ‘free audit’ option can not access the graded assignments. These are available only to plus candidates or who have purchased the course.