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In Scala, a case class and in Kotlin, a data class serve similar purposes: they are both used for defining simple classes that mainly exist to hold data. However, there are some differences in how they work and the features they offer. Let’s compare case classes in Scala and data classes in Kotlin: Case Class…
Scala is a powerful and expressive programming language known for its conciseness and functional programming capabilities. One of its key features is the case class, a concept that can make your code more readable and maintainable, especially when dealing with immutable data. In this beginner-friendly guide, we’ll explore what case classes are, how to define…
Logging is a critical aspect of any application’s development and maintenance. It provides invaluable insights into the behavior of your software, helping you identify issues, track performance, and ensure everything is running smoothly. In the Micronaut framework, integrating logging is a breeze, thanks to its seamless support for the Simple Logging Facade for Java (SLF4J)….
In Scala, Option is a container type that represents the presence or absence of a value. It’s a way to handle potentially missing or nullable values in a more type-safe and functional manner. The primary motivation behind Option is to help eliminate null pointer exceptions, which are a common source of errors in many programming…
Micronaut is a popular framework for building lightweight and efficient microservices and serverless applications in Java, Kotlin, and Groovy. In this blog post, we will walk you through the process of creating a RESTful API using Micronaut. We’ll cover how to handle path variables, query parameters, request bodies, and combinations of these in your Micronaut…
Python 2 may be considered outdated, but there are still scenarios where you need it. If you’re a macOS user, here’s a straightforward guide to help you install Python 2 using Pyenv, a powerful Python version management tool. Before we begin, ensure you have Homebrew (brew) installed, as it simplifies the process. Prerequisite: Homebrew (brew)…
Managing dependencies is a crucial aspect of any Scala project. In this blog, we’ll explore a useful technique for managing dependencies by creating a separate Scala file called Dependencies.scala. This approach enhances code readability, maintainability, and allows for better organization of your project’s dependencies. Why Separate Dependencies? In typical Scala projects, dependencies are declared directly…
When working with lists in Scala, you’ll often encounter the ::: and :: operators. These operators are essential for list manipulation, but they serve different purposes. In this blog, we’ll explore these operators, their use cases, and how they impact your Scala code. ::: Operator The ::: operator is used for list concatenation. It combines…
Introduction When it comes to managing dependencies in your Scala project, build.sbt is your best friend. It’s where you specify the libraries your project relies on and how they should be fetched. If you’ve been navigating the Scala ecosystem, you’ve likely come across two commonly used operators for including libraries: %% and %. In this…
Logging is a fundamental aspect of any software application. It provides insights into an application’s behavior, facilitates debugging, and is crucial for monitoring and auditing. Logback is a popular logging framework for Java applications, and it uses a configuration file called logback.xml to control various aspects of logging. In this guide, we’ll dive deep into…