Kotlin is a statically typed programming language for Java Virtual Machine (JVM) and JavaScript. Described as a general-purpose language, Kotlin introduces functional features to support Java interoperability. The Kotlin project was born out of the aspiration for heightened productivity. The goal was to improve the coding experience in a way that was both practical and effective.
Java is a reputable programming language with vast open-source tools and libraries to help developers. With that said, no language is without fault and even Java is subject to complications that can make a developer’s job tedious. If anything, Kotlin will introduce solutions to common programming headaches and improve the Java ecosystem as a whole.