#kotlin list

[anupamsingh-65]

Kotlin Collections: A Developer’s Guide for Android developers

Kotlin has gradually replaced Java as the lingua franca of Android programming. It’s a more concise language than Java, meaning your code works harder and you can build leaner applications. To read about more click the link  Kotlin Collections .

These collections play a fundamental role in our work as programmers by simplifying the organization and management of data. Whether it’s a list, set, map or other data structure, they allow us to categorize and store data logically. So we can save, retrieve and manipulate information, and manage a range of tasks from simple data presentation to complex algorithm implementation.

[rpgroups]

Develop a To-Do List App in Android Studio – Perfect for Beginners

  If you’re new to Android development and want to build confidence by creating something functional, then this To-Do List App is the perfect beginner-friendly project. It offers a hands-on way to understand how Android components work together to build a useful application.   Project Overview   The To-Do List App is a simple task manager that helps users keep track of their errands or daily…

[frog707]

more Kotlin progress

As mentioned, I'm teaching myself the Kotlin programming language.

I've now converted 16 small, open-source Java apps to Kotlin. I've learned a lot along the way, but the process is becoming repetitive.

Part of me feels I ought to do a "senior project" in which I write and debug a medium-sized app from scratch, so I can cross "learn Kotlin" off my to-do list. That'd be fine if I needed a medium-sized app right now, but I don't!

Recall that my motivation for studying Kotlin was to maintain Gradle build scripts. For me, writing Kotlin apps is like a side quest. It's important to keep focus!

Also, for me writing apps, Kotlin's advantages over Java are negated by the limited support for Kotlin in Apache NetBeans:

+ no auto-completion

+ no code formatter

+ no automated code inspection

+ no debugger

At some point I'll experiment with Kotlin in Intellij IDEA, but not today!

[morphimus]

since as far as i've seen there's no official release of the blsmp modlist yet, do you know if it'd be ok for me to make an unofficial one and share it publicly ?

I can just look through the mod folder and list them for you.

Minecraft version 1.20.1

Forge 47.3.10

AutoModpack

Aether Delight

Aether

AI Improvements

Alex's Caves

Alex's Delight

Alex's Mobs

Amendments

Aquaculture Delight

Aquaculture

Aquamirae

Architectury

Arts and Crafts

Athena

[Balloon SMP mod]

Better Archaeology

Better Chunkloading

Better Days

Blueprint

Bookshelf

Bountiful

Chipped

Citadel

Clover

Collective

Collector's Reap

Connectivity

Corn Delight

Coroutil

Corpse

Cosmetic Armor Reworked

CraftTweaker

Create Less Ticking

Create

Create Deco

Creative Core

Cupboard

Curios

Custom Player Models

Delightful

Dungeon Now Loading

Enchantment Descriptions

Enemy Expansion

Exposure Catalog

Exposure

Farmer's Delight

Fastload Reforged

FBD_Snapshot_24w02a (not sure wtf this is to be honest)

Ferrite Core

Framework

Fruits Delight

Gardener's Dream

Geckolib

Handcrafted

Immersive Melodies

Immersive Paintings

Inventory Sorter

I wanna skate

JEI

Kambrik

Kotlin

Krypton Reforged

Let Me Despawn

Let's Do API

Let's Do Beach Party

Let's Do Herbal Brews

Littleframes

Localized Chat

Logprot

Memory Leak Fix

Mobtimizations

Modernfix

Mowzie's Mobs

Mysterious Mountain

Mystical Oak Tree

Neapolitan

Nether's Delight

Noisium

No Stronghold

Obscure API

Ocean's Delight

Octolib

Pehkui

Playdate

Polymorph

Quicknick

Radium

Mr. Crayfish Refurbished Furniture

Relics

Resourcefullib

Ribbits

Server Core

Slice and Dice

Smooth Chunk

Sons of Sins

Sound Physics Remastered

Spark

Spyglass of Curios

Starlight

Create Steam & Rails

Structory

Structure Gel

SuperMartijn624 Configlib

Supplementaries

Table Top Craft

Terralith

The Conjurer

TreeChop

Twilight Delight

Twilight Forest

Ultimate Spawn

Villager Names

Voicechat

Watermedia

WorldEdit

Xerca Paint

Xlpackets

Yungs API

Additional clientside mods I personally added to my install:

Distant Horizons

Paper Doll

[wojenka]

i need more mutuals who are into coding and engineering!! more info under the cut!!

I planned to become an electrical engineer like my stepdad but then I decided to change my path to programming. I'm currently studying at technikum (<- wikipedia link so I don't have to explain the whole polish learning system), programmer major.

this year I have exams from web development (10th Jan - theory, 16th Jan - practical exams) and next year I have exams from App development (both mobile and desktop).

I know C family languages, Java, Python and those ones I am currently using. I also know a bit of Kotlin and I think I will continue learning it.

For web dev I know HTML and CSS ofc but also PHP and JS.

Planning on learning more languages I can use for App and operating system development as well as just to know them cause I want to after this year's exams!

my learning list:

Lua (I heard it's easy but I can't really get myself to read anything about this atm idk why)

Ruby

Assembly

Rust

As for electrical engineering I don't know much tbh but I would like to learn! I just used CAD programs for technical drawings (dad taught me some basic things when I was still thinking about going his path) helped my dad fix things on his Solar farm, houses of our neighbors and I made a few very simple circuits for fun a few years ago. Now I'm mostly focused on programming but since I learned most of the things I need for exams I have more time to do whatever I want now!

I'd like to get to know more people so I can share and mostly learn new things since even though I'm coding for years I consider myself a beginner and I am a total beginner when it comes to electrical engineering.

I'm willing to be friends or at least mutuals with anyone who codes or makes websites or is in STEM! no matter what your specialty/interest is exactly and no matter if you are a total beginner or a professional ^__^

I'd also like to have some mutuals who are into old web development and retro computing!!!!!!!!

edit: I forgot but I'm also interested in physics and quantum physics

[cogsincgraphicdesigner]

(LATEST UPDATE MADE ON JANUARY 4TH 2025

This account is a roleplay ask blog for my toontown corporate clash ocs, which will be listed at the end of this post.

WARNINGS

Tama and other characters will often be represented with themes of

Grooming, violence, murder, self-harm, suicide, derealization, mental breaking, cannibalism, masochism, sadism, substance abuse and more. Be warned.

THE "MAIN" CHARACTER.

The titular Tama Hotchi herself! A sellbot manager in it's early 30s, with MANY issues to figure out. (Relationship chart is from THEIR perspective by the way. How their coworkers and boss see them is not for me to decide on here.)

RULES.

I don't have many rules to follow aside from like.. have basic decency. So no slurs if you can't reclaim them, no actual fuckin p0rn (lil comments like.. idk. "Tama can u crush my head w ur thighs!!" Are fine. Cuz like. Eh. Funny silly fun. But don't go overboard.), and yeah. Have common sense.

OTHER CHARACTERS

Cogs

Lalla Newberry/The SootheSayer [They/Them] - No refrence sheet yet! (Under construction)

Lunity Kotlin/The Head Developer [She/Him] - No refrence sheet yet! (Under construction)

Freya Haipe/The Propagandizer [She/They] - No refrence sheet yet! (Under construction)

Toons

Pandy [He/They/It] - No refrence sheet yet! (Under construction)

Zany [They/It] - No refrence sheet yet! (Under construction)

[feitocachorro]

hi !!! ♫ 🦊 intro down below !

;; °. • •° ~~

my name's Carolina but you can call me any variation of that .. [ such as Lina , Lin, Lynn ] or even Kot + any of those ! (like Kotlin!)

I'm 17! (2008)

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i am latina! from the south of brazil, i speak -even if it's not that great- English && Portuguese!!! aaand I'm an artist teehee

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i also go by " he " !!! I'm not sure of my gender ((((im fem leaning tho)))) but Im a lesbian grahh ,, idc much if you call me a girl . ���

``•° `, ° ABOUT ME 🤖

I don't know much about politics sadly, but I am willing to learn! my favorite colors are green and red. i have many hobbies: making stuff is my favorite! i like wire wrapping, sewing with my sewing machine or by hand, embroidering, baking sometimes and drawing! i also reeeaally love music (I'll be talking about my taste in music down here)... i have five cats and a dog and i really love chicken as pets !!!

* . ° . •`` . ~ Taste in music:

(some of these I'm still getting into!)

Jawbreaker , Sense Field , Embrace , Rites of Spring , Suicidal tendencies , The Smiths , Older Vocaloid ( ask me about it ) , Jets To Brazil , Angra , Misfits , Miss Construction ( I'm an OG fan!!! ) , Braid & Etc .

. ° ~ ``.. • General taste

I like Homestuck, Tankmen (& Newgrounds), Rhythm games (Mungyodance 3, Stepmania, Osu! & more), Far Cry 3, Undertale, Raggedy Ann & Andy, dolls in general, Minecraft, Mini World & Etc

I used to watch TONS of anime!! my anime list account is @// rebites !

BTWWW I won't follow back if you're:

TCC

post not my usual content

too young !!! u have to b at least over the age of 15

aaand only post about sex ! >:(

[ectomoog]

The EctoMoog "Vanilla" Experience

Updated for 1.21.5

Back for 2025! with some big changes and additions with the newest iteration of my "Vanilla" experience. These are the mods and resource packs that I use when I want clean, Vanilla gameplay👇

Below I'll go through the mods, shaders and resource packs that I use, by category, highlighting the most important ones. The jury is out on whether all of these are truly vanilla in spirit, but I'll leave that up to you.

Mods

If you're a Modrinth user, you can find almost all of these mods (bar BetterF3, Cupboard, Vanilla tweaks and the hacks) in my collection, but each resource I mention will have a link so you can find it.

Note: Mods that are marked with an ❌ aren't updated to 1.21.5 yet, but once they are I will reinstall them, so I thought they'd be worth including.

Mod Loader - Fabric

To start with - I'm a tried and true Fabric loyalist- all of these mods are for Fabric, and I have no idea if you can get them for Forge. I have two mods to support Fabric:

Fabric API - API for Fabric

Fabric Language Kotlin - This allows Fabric mods to use the Kotlin programming language (at this moment, only Zoomify (see below) requires this)

Cosmetic

These are the most exciting ones, the mods that change the look of the game.

AppleSkin - This adds extra UI details around food, like saturation visualisers, regen visualisers and tooltips for food items.

BetterF3 - This mod improves the F3 menu, allowing you to customise it extensively, colour-coding and organising modules.

Chat Heads - This adds player head icons in chat, which is fun.

Image from Chat Heads Modrinth page.

Continuity - This allows for and includes a datapack that adds connected textures.

Distant Horizons - This is probably the coolest mod on this list. Distant Horizons "adds simplified terrain past Minecraft's default view distance to improve performance and allow for longer draw distances." This means you can increase your render distance wayyyy more with way less impact on your machine. It's compatible with a lot of shaders, and it just looks amazing.

Lamb Dynamic Lights - One of many mods that re-add Optifine features, this mod adds dynamic lighting for items and entities that didn't already emit light. Essential for caving!

Iris Shaders - This is an essential, classic open-source shader mod that's more customisable than Optifine. See the shaders I use below.

MiniHUD - Adds a small customisable heads up display in the corner of the screen- I like to have my cardinal direction, fps and coords for quick reference. Love this mod.

OrthoCamera - Adds a third person view with an orthographic perspective to the game. I use this ALL the time when planning big builds, and it makes for some really cool screenshots.

Shulker Box Tooltip - This allows you to see the contents of your Shulker Box through a tooltip in your inventory.

Visuality - This mod adds plenty of vanilla feeling particles to the game.

GIF from Visuality Modrinth page.

Zoomify - This is my favourite zoom mod, it zooms really far and its pretty customisable.

Experience

These are the mods that make the gameplay experience just a little bit nicer.

Ambient Sounds - This adds extra ambience to the world, like bird sounds, the wind, the ocean, night sounds- it's subtle, but is genuinely incredibly immersive.

Debugify - This mod fixes over 70 bugs listed in the Minecraft bug tracker.

FastQuit - This allows the you to quit your world instantly, while it saves in the background. A nice time saver.

Mod Menu - This is an extremely useful mod that adds a menu to see and configure mods while in-game.

Image from Mod Menu Modrinth page.

Sound Physics Remastered - This mod provides realistic sound attenuation, reverberation, and absorption through blocks. This includes echoing in caves which is very fun.

Performance

These mods improve the horrible performance of the base game. I'm not a programmer so I really can't explain them, but they work pretty well for me. I think.

Sodium - This is your basic optimisation mod. If you only use one of these mods, use this one.

Reese's Sodium Options - This adds a better video settings menu to customise Sodium options.

Image from Reese's Sodium Options Modrinth page.

Better Beds - This fixes bed rendering performance by removing the block entity renderer and replaces it with the default Minecraft model entity renderer.

Bobby - This allows the game to render pre-loaded chunks beyond server render distance cap.

Dynamic FPS - This allows FPS to drop as low as you'd like when the game is running in the background.

Entity Culling - This incorporates smarter entity culling.

FerriteCore - This reduces memory usage.

Hold That Chunk - This incorporates smarter chunk loading by loading and unloading chunks by distance from the player, rather than by chunk unload packets from the server, which can be inefficient on high traffic servers.

ImmediatelyFast - This incorporates better rendering.

Krypton - Optimises the networking stack.

Lithium - This is a general optimiser.

❌ ModernFix - Improves performance and fixes bugs.

More Culling - Improves culling all round.

Noisium - This speeds up world generation.

Particle Rain - This improves the look of weather with updated particle effects.

Libraries and APIs

Cloth Config API - A config screen API.

MaLiLib - Library mod.

YetAnotherConfigLib (YACL) - A config library (required by Zoomify and Particle Rain)

Shaders

I'm very fussy with shaders, and most of the time I don't use any, but when I do I go for these three.

Note: all of these require Iris to function (see above).

BSL Shaders

Complimentary Shaders Reimagined

Complimentary Shaders Unbound - Similar to CSRI

Resource Packs

Vanilla Tweaks - This is a resource pack designer that allows you to pick and choose from a variety of tweaks to the visuals and sounds of the game, in part developed by xisumavoid. Here's every tweak I've chosen:

GUI - No Panorama Overlay, Coloured Ping Overlay, Clearer Wither Hearts, Numbered Hotbar, Dark UI

Fixes and Consistency - Item Stitching Fix, Updated Observer Texture, Corrected Item Holding

Retro - Classic Minecraft Logo

Unobtrusive - Borderless Glass, Lower Fire, Lower Shield, Translucent Pumpkin Overlay

Utility - Visual Note Block Pitch, Directional Hoppers

Peace and Quiet - Quieter Rain, Quieter Nether Portals, Quieter Fire, Quieter Minecarts

Connected Textures - Connected Bookshelves

Variation - Variated Dirt, Variated Coarse Dirt, Variated Cobblestone, Variated Moss, Variated Bricks, Variated Birch Logs, Variated Red Mushroom Blocks, Variated Nylium, Variated End Stone, Variated Gravel, Variated Mycelium, Variated Unpolished Stones, Variated Terracotta, Variated Stone, Variated Planks, Variated Grass

Terrain - Lower Mycelium, Lower Grass Paths, Lower Crimson Nylium, Lower Snow, Lower Podzol, Lower Warped Nylium, Darker Dark Oak Leaves, Golden Savanna, Circular Sun and Moon, Twinkling Stars, Circular Log Tops, Shorter Tall Grass, Shorter Short Grass, Lower Grass

Aesthetic - Cherry Picking, Vertical Nuggets, Brown Leather, Red Iron Golem Flowers, Animated Campfire Items, Moss Carpet Overhang

Dark UI and numbered hotbar

Classic Minecraft Logo

Lower Fire

Visual Note Block Pitch

Bare Bones - This is a texture pack that (when used with the right BSL settings) makes the game look like the Minecraft update trailers. I only use this occasionally, but it does look really great.

Bare Bones - Better Leaves - Improves the leaves with Bare Bones.

Bare Bones Boys

The End

And that's it! All of these are very subject to change, and I'll probably add and remove a lot of these in the future, but those are the mods I'm playing with right now, and I'm quite happy with them. See you in a year when I have to update all of these haha.

[souhaillaghchimdev]

How to Build Software Projects for Beginners

Building software projects is one of the best ways to learn programming and gain practical experience. Whether you want to enhance your resume or simply enjoy coding, starting your own project can be incredibly rewarding. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get started.

1. Choose Your Project Idea

Select a project that interests you and is appropriate for your skill level. Here are some ideas:

To-do list application

Personal blog or portfolio website

Weather app using a public API

Simple game (like Tic-Tac-Toe)

2. Define the Scope

Outline what features you want in your project. Start small and focus on the minimum viable product (MVP) — the simplest version of your idea that is still functional. You can always add more features later!

3. Choose the Right Tools and Technologies

Based on your project, choose the appropriate programming languages, frameworks, and tools:

Web Development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, or Django

Mobile Development: Flutter, React Native, or native languages (Java/Kotlin for Android, Swift for iOS)

Game Development: Unity (C#), Godot (GDScript), or Pygame (Python)

4. Set Up Your Development Environment

Install the necessary software and tools:

Code editor (e.g., Visual Studio Code, Atom, or Sublime Text)

Version control (e.g., Git and GitHub for collaboration and backup)

Frameworks and libraries (install via package managers like npm, pip, or gems)

5. Break Down the Project into Tasks

Divide your project into smaller, manageable tasks. Create a to-do list or use project management tools like Trello or Asana to keep track of your progress.

6. Start Coding!

Begin with the core functionality of your project. Don’t worry about perfection at this stage. Focus on getting your code to work, and remember to:

Write clean, readable code

Test your code frequently

Commit your changes regularly using Git

7. Test and Debug

Once you have a working version, thoroughly test it. Look for bugs and fix any issues you encounter. Testing ensures your software functions correctly and provides a better user experience.

8. Seek Feedback

Share your project with friends, family, or online communities. Feedback can provide valuable insights and suggestions for improvement. Consider platforms like GitHub to showcase your work and get input from other developers.

9. Iterate and Improve

Based on feedback, make improvements and add new features. Software development is an iterative process, so don’t hesitate to refine your project continuously.

10. Document Your Work

Write documentation for your project. Include instructions on how to set it up, use it, and contribute. Good documentation helps others understand your project and can attract potential collaborators.

Conclusion

Building software projects is a fantastic way to learn and grow as a developer. Follow these steps, stay persistent, and enjoy the process. Remember, every project is a learning experience that will enhance your skills and confidence!

[sprybit-agency]

Contract Hiring Mobile App Developers in 2024-25

In this digitally dependent world, one of the fastest-growing technologies is the introduction of mobile apps for brands. Businesses utilize apps to drive creation, quick access to information, customer communication, and engagement with the brand.

The growth rate of mobile-based applications is expected to be 14.3% from the year 2024 to 2030 – Grand View Research 

This makes mobile app developers one of the most in-demand skills in the market. For a successful project, the presence of skilled professionals is essential and businesses are also inclined to hire app developers remotely. Read the complete guide and let’s reveal how contract hiring mobile app developers is beneficial for businesses.

Why is Contract Hiring Beneficial?

When to Hire Mobile App Developers on Contract and Not on Employment?

Identifying the Technology & Scope of Work for the Mobile App Project

Sources of Contract Hiring

Interviewing and Screening Candidates 

Ideal Terms & Clauses for Contract Hiring

Setting up effective Remote Communication and Collaboration

Conclusion

Why is Contract Hiring Beneficial?

Contract work also commonly known as the gig economy is highly popular in the market. Businesses can easily fill the temporary skill gap in the company by indulging with contract workers on project to project basis.

However, the key aspect is that businesses should know when to opt. to hire remote app developers on a contract basis.

When to Hire Mobile App Developers on Contract and Not on Employment?

Project & Talent wise need only 

If your project needs short-term assistance from a developer it’s best to hire contractors. And, if the requirements increase, you can scale up the work with the hired professional.

Cost Considerations

Organizations easily save money and resources by opting for contract developers instead of permanent employees. If you’ve tight budgets and short-term requirements, this would be the best option.

Requirement of a Specialized Skill

Contract developers are often specialized in one specific skill like React Native or Swift. When the project is dependent on one skill that you do not have in-house, then you can hire a professional from a pool of Talents who best fits your requirements.

Identifying the Technology & Scope of Work for the Mobile App Project

Before you start hiring mobile app developers, it’s critical to understand the scope of the app and project requirements in detail.

Understand the Problem the App solves and for whom

Perform market research to identify the need for an app among your target audience. Plan how the app is going to benefit the users and what is a list of problems that need to be solved via developing the app. The classic example could be the problem of consumer interaction. With the app’s introduction, a brand can promote more engagement and interaction with the target audience.

Understand the project requirements and related core features 

Discuss with decision-makers what features the app must have for the users (the core feature and the differentiable features). Decide on the platforms the App will support (android, iOS, or both). You must also finalize project details beforehand like deliverables and deadlines.

Choose the right Technology Stack

Selecting the right technology stack sets the correct foundation for the app. Consider the purpose of the app while keeping the target audience in mind and select either a native or cross-platform stack.

1. Native Mobile App Development ensures optimal performance and ‘platform-specific’ capabilities.

iOS: Swift or Objective-C for programming, Xcode for development, UIKit for interface design.

Android: Kotlin or Java for programming, Android Studio for development, Android SDK for interface design.

2. Cross-Platform Mobile App Development ensures quick deployments, reusability of codes, and coverage of both platforms (Android & iOS).

React Native, Flutter, or Xamarin Frameworks offer the ability to write code once and deploy it across multiple platforms.

3. Other Tools, Libraries, and Databases to be identified might include Android Studio, Xcode, Firebase, Restful, SQLite, Room DB, SQL, MongoDB, Redux, etc.

Outline the Scope of Work & Document in detail 

A well-defined scope of work sets the wheels in motion for an app development project. The clear SOW acts as a roadmap for the developer and client and reduces any chances of misunderstanding in the process.

Also well document the Team requirements, their roles & responsibilities, features & functionalities, tasks & deliverables, milestones & deadlines, expectations for UI/UX designs, testing guidelines, deployment & maintenance guidelines, etc.

Sources of Contract Hiring 

Here are a bunch of options that one can select from to hire mobile app developers in 2024.

Leveraging Specialized Platforms,

There are freelance platforms available in the market like Upwork, and Fiverr, that have professional freelancers who can provide you with one-time developer services.

IT Agencies (B2B contract Hiring)

Consider hiring IT agencies like Sprybit that have a pool of talent who are not only pre-screened but also reliable for the project.

Networks

Ask in your Network, post on Facebook – LinkedIN – Reddit groups, reach out to Industry people, and ask for references.

Interviewing and Screening Candidates  

Following a pre-decided screening process is essential to finding the right talent for your organization.

Review Past Work/Portfolio 

Make sure to review the candidate’s portfolio related to the mobile development projects. Examine the projects that require similar skill sets as compared to your project and judge their proficiency. You can also inquire about those projects and codes to understand their level of knowledge.

Consider requesting some sample codes. The GutHub links can act as an excellent proof of skills. This step is necessary to make a calculated decision.

Screening of Technical Skill

Shortlisted candidates must be proficient in technical skills according to the project requirements. Hiring managers must conduct the right assessment that ensures the presence of skill expertise.

These assessments must be practical and should involve coding for varied purposes. With this, you can understand data structures and algorithm knowledge in the candidate.

Identify other important factors

Apart from technical skills, other non-technical factors are essential to be considered during the hiring process. Check the candidate’s communication skills to ensure they will be able to communicate their ideas and plans with other team members. Candidates must also possess problem-solving skills to navigate technical errors in codes if required.

There are multiple design principles for mobile apps to enhance user experience. Check if the app developer is aware of such technicalities to select the best possible resource for your project.

Ideal Terms & Clauses for Contract Hiring

Whether you are a newbie or an experienced professional; while contract hiring mobile app developers; the ideal terms to keep your data, time, money & idea safe remain an unmissable necessity.

Hiring from a Freelance Portal does check many boxes with their well-established policies and processes; which might be good but not always foolproof. Hiring freelancers directly or from IT Agencies engages us in co-building Terms & Conditions on mutual consensus or are pre-defined with our experience as a Vendor Compliance Policy. But, all-in-all, making sure that every safety measure for our Project is taken care of remains our sole responsibility.

Payment Terms

Unlike full-time employees, one can’t pay to contract professionals every month. Select among a wide range of options like hourly-rate, and project-basis. Transparency from the very beginning will help smooth project completion.

IP rights

Before starting the collaboration, clarity on IP i.e. intellectual property is essential. As in who is the owner of code, design, app interface, etc should be agreed on to avoid disputes in the future.

Confidential & Non-disclosure agreements 

Once you allot work to these contract workers, you will be sharing confidential details of the company. Make an advance agreement and ask them to sign it before commencing the work.

Project Timeline & Quality Assurance Standards

Maintain the quality of the project by deciding in prior about project deadlines, submissions, and code quality in terms of programming languages.

Termination clause

State a prescribed reason for when can either of the parties end the agreement. This brings clarity to the table regarding moral, ethical and professional expectations your Organization has.

Dispute Resolution

In rare cases, the client and candidate might go into a dispute that needs to be solved for the project’s betterment. Laying out steps to clear disputes and solve them will act as guidance in case it’s required.

Indemnity & Liability

It is important to outline the obligations & responsibilities of each party during any case of losses, damages and/or legal claims arising during the course of the project.

Governing Law & Governing Body

Involving government laws, rights, and bodies can help in resolving disputes and save the project’s future. This way both parties can come to the same conclusion under legal principles.

Setting up effective Remote Communication and Collaboration 

Remote work culture creates room for misunderstanding and unclear targets. However, the issue can be tackled if there’s a pre-decided communication system planned. From work allotment to final project submission, an effective communication plan benefits all the parties involved in the project.

These can be achieved by establishing communication, collaboration & project management tools for your Project:

Inbuilt communication channels of Freelance Platforms

Slack

Microsoft Teams

Zoom

Google Meet

Jira

Asana

Trello

Basecamp

Google Workspace

Dropbox

Microsoft 365

Notion

Conclusion 

Organizations’ idea to hire mobile app developers on Contract is spreading like a forest fire. Businesses now have access to partner freelancers and contract workers for short periods with ideal skills, and reliable talent.

Before starting your journey on the same path, make sure to remain transparent and pre-decide the essential factors like payment, timelines, IP & communication; and finally proceed to give life to your mobile app.

[the-first-three-smp]

!! TF3SMP MODS LIST !!

After all this time, here's a finalized mods list :) Worth noting, this includes all dependencies + a handful of optional, client side mods - on launch the Admins will help with installation, though (hopefully) through Modrinth it should be fairly streamlined. With a final count of 102. . . Let's take a peek at your mods!

➽ Adorn

➽ Appleskin

➽ Architechtury API

➽ Athena

➽ AudioPlayer

➽ BCLib

➽ Backpacked

➽ Beautify

➽ Better Combat

➽ Better Dogs

➽ Better End Cities

➽ Better Third Person

➽ BetterEnd

➽ BetterNether

➽ Bookshelf

➽ CTM Optifine

➽ CTOV - Farmer’s Delight Compat

➽ CTOV - Friends and Foes Compat

➽ Carry On

➽ Chef’s Delight

➽ ChoiceTheorum’s Overhauled Villages (CTOV)

➽ Cloth Config API

➽ Clumps

➽ Coins JE

➽ Collective

➽ Continuity

➽ CoroUtil

➽ Creeper Overhaul

➽ Cristel Lib

➽ Dawn API

➽ Dynamic Crosshair

➽ Dynamic FPS

➽ End’s Delight

➽ Enderman Overhaul

➽ Enhanced Boss Bars

➽ Essential

➽ Expanded Delight

➽ Explorify

➽ Fabric API

➽ Fabric Language Kotlin

➽ Farmer’s Delight

➽ Forge Config API Port

➽ Framework

➽ Friends&Foes

➽ Geckolib

➽ Guard Villagers

➽ Icarus

➽ Indium

➽ Iris Shaders

➽ Jade

➽ JamLib

➽ Just an End Anchor

➽ Life Tokens

➽ Lithostitched

➽ Lootr

➽ Make Bubbles Pop

➽ Mandala’s GUI

➽ Mine Spawners

➽ MmmMmmMmmMmm (Dummy)

➽ Mod Menu

➽ Moonlight Lib

➽ Nether’s Delight

➽ Noxesium

➽ Obscure API

➽ Patchouli

➽ Player Health Indicators

➽ Polymorph

➽ Puzzles Lib

➽ Resourceful Config

➽ Resourceful Lib

➽ Roughly Enough Items (REI)

➽ Shulker Box Tooltip

➽ Simple Voice Chat

➽ Sodium

➽ Spelunkery

➽ Terrablender

➽ Terralith

➽ Towns and Towers

➽ Traveler’s Titles

➽ Trinkets

➽ Universal Ores

➽ Universal Shops

➽ Usage Ticker

➽ Vanilla Refresh

➽ What Are They Up To (WATUT)

➽ Wilder Wild

➽ Wildlife

➽ Xaero’s Minimap

➽ Yung’s API

➽ Yung’s Better Desert Temples

➽ Yung’s Better Dungeons

➽ Yung’s Better End Island

➽ Yung’s Better Jungle Temples

➽ Yung’s Better Mineshafts

➽ Yung’s Better Nether Fortresses

➽ Yung’s Better Stronghold

➽ Yung’s Bridges

➽ Yung’s Extras

➽ [Let’s Do] API

➽ [Let’s Do] Meadow

➽ owo-lib

➽ playerAnimator

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Java ecosystem

The folks at ecosyste.ms have analyzed the structure of the open-source software community, grouping packages/projects into ecosystems, for funding purposes. Their "Java" ecosystem is the one I'm most familiar with: https://funds.ecosyste.ms/funds/java

From their list of 200+ "most critical packages", I extracted the ones I care most about: kotlin, junit4, slf4j, gson, guava, logging-log4j2, groovy, jna, jmh, jcommander, and findbugs. While hardly a representative sample, I'm concerned that several of these (junit4, jmh, and findbugs) appear to be unmaintained. I don't understand how sending money to Ecosystems Funds is going to improve these packages.

Jcommander, which I thought was unmaintained, proves on closer inspection to have a 2.0 release (from August) that I missed because it hasn't been uploaded to Maven Central.

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Fun with Flutter & Kotlin: A Beginner's Guide

Embark on the dynamic journey of cross-platform app development with the seamless integration of Flutter and Kotlin. This guide unveils key aspects for beginners, ensuring a smooth introduction to creating your first Flutter + Kotlin app.

Introduction

Discover the perfect synergy between Flutter, Google's UI toolkit, and Kotlin, a modern programming language, setting the stage for efficient cross-platform development.

Understanding Flutter

What is Flutter?: A Dart-powered framework simplifying cross-platform development.

Key Features: Real-time updates with Hot Reload and a rich widget library for intuitive UI development.

Setting Up Flutter: A user-friendly guide for installing Flutter SDK and configuring the development environment.

Dive into Kotlin

Introduction: Exploring Kotlin's origins, its role in mobile development, and interoperability with Java.

Setting Up Kotlin for Flutter: Seamless integration guidance for a harmonious development experience.

Building Your First Flutter + Kotlin App

Project Structure Overview: Breakdown of components and files within a Flutter + Kotlin project.

Creating UI with Flutter: Leveraging the widget system for visually appealing interfaces.

Adding Functionality with Kotlin: Integrating Kotlin code seamlessly for enhanced functionality.

Navigating Through Flutter and Kotlin

Navigation Basics: Demystifying navigation within a Flutter app.

Kotlin's Role in Navigation: Enhancing navigation functionalities with Kotlin code.

Debugging and Testing

Debugging Techniques in Flutter: Navigating common challenges with Flutter DevTools.

Testing Strategies with Kotlin: Effective unit testing guidance in Kotlin.

Optimization and Performance

Flutter Performance Tips: Managing widget rebuilds and optimizing state management.

Kotlin's Performance Contribution: Enhancing app performance through efficient coding and memory management.

Advanced Concepts

State Management in Flutter: Insights into advanced options for efficient state management.

Advanced Kotlin Features: Exploration of Kotlin's advanced features, including coroutines and concurrency.

Deployment and Publishing

Preparing Your App: Steps for building and securing an app for deployment.

Publishing on App Stores: Navigating submission processes for Google Play and App Store.

Troubleshooting and Common Issues

Flutter Troubleshooting: Strategies for addressing common issues and handling errors.

Kotlin-Specific Challenges: Identifying and overcoming challenges specific to Kotlin in Flutter projects.

Community and Resources

Joining Flutter Communities: Encouragement to connect through online forums and groups.

Kotlin Resources for Beginners: A curated list of tutorials and documentation for Kotlin learners.

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Conclusion

Summarizing key learnings, this guide encourages continued exploration of Flutter and Kotlin's potential in cross-platform app development. If you are a business owner and want your app ready but you are still not sure about which platform you should go for either flutter or kotlin. Here at Eitbiz you will find the best experts who will guide you to the best platform according to your business or service. Check out how we create and help businesses with our flutter app development and kotlin app development.

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How Can Companies Optimize ROI by Converting Android Apps to iOS (or Vice Versa)?

Optimize ROI by Converting Android Apps to iOS

Introduction 

In today’s mobile-first landscape, companies aiming to maximize their mobile app ROI must consider platform expansion. With Android dominating in user volume and iOS leading in revenue generation, converting your app from Android to iOS (or vice versa) can be a strategic move to reach a broader audience and boost profitability. This blog explores how app conversion can be a growth catalyst, helping businesses lower acquisition costs and increase user engagement across platforms.

Understanding Android to iOS App Conversion (or Vice Versa)

App conversion refers to the process of adapting an existing mobile application to operate on a different platform. Whether moving from Android to iOS or the reverse, this process involves more than just copying code. It includes reworking the UI/UX, adapting to platform-specific APIs, and ensuring functional parity across devices. Successful app conversion demands expertise in both Android and iOS app development to maintain performance and user satisfaction.

Top Reasons to Convert Android Apps to iOS (or Vice Versa)

Reach a wider audience: Tap into new user segments by expanding your presence to another platform.

Increase revenue potential: iOS users typically have higher lifetime value, while Android's larger user base can fuel ad-driven revenue models.

Improve brand presence: Being available on both platforms builds credibility and trust with users.

Maximize previous investments: Reusing assets and backend systems speeds up time-to-market and reduces development costs.

How App Conversion Improves ROI 

Converting your app allows you to scale without starting from scratch, which significantly lowers development costs. The ability to reach more users boosts installs, engagement, and revenue. Moreover, a cross-platform presence strengthens brand authority and opens doors to new monetization opportunities, like in-app purchases or subscriptions, ultimately maximizing return on investment.

Key Challenges in Mobile App Platform Conversion

UI/UX differences: iOS and Android have distinct design languages (Material vs. Human Interface Guidelines).

Technical variations: Differences in programming languages (Java/Kotlin for Android vs. Swift/Objective-C for iOS).

Third-party integration compatibility: Not all libraries and SDKs work identically across platforms.

Testing requirements: Each platform has its own device ecosystem and app store policies.

Steps to Successfully Convert Your Mobile App

Audit existing app code and features

Choose the right development approach (native or cross-platform)

Redesign UI/UX to fit the new platform standards

Adapt backend APIs and third-party services

Test extensively across devices and OS versions

Deploy to the relevant app store with optimized listings

Tools & Technologies for App Conversion

Flutter: Ideal for creating a single codebase for both platforms

Kotlin Multiplatform: Enables code sharing between Android and iOS

React Native: Popular framework for cross-platform mobile development

Xamarin: Microsoft-backed tool for .NET-based apps

Choosing the right tech stack depends on performance needs, UI complexity, and existing code structure.

Cost Estimation & ROI Forecasting 

App conversion is typically more cost-effective than building a new app from scratch. Factors affecting cost include app complexity, UI redesign, and backend changes. Companies should calculate potential ROI by comparing conversion cost with projected increase in user acquisition, engagement, and revenue across the new platform.

Case Studies: App Conversion Success Stories

Example 1: A retail app that expanded from iOS to Android and saw a 40% increase in monthly active users

Example 2: A SaaS product that moved from Android to iOS, leading to a 30% boost in in-app purchases These examples showcase how strategic app conversion can result in measurable growth.

Tips to Maximize ROI After Converting Your App

Invest in App Store Optimization (ASO) for visibility

Launch targeted marketing campaigns on the new platform

Monitor analytics closely to track engagement and retention

Solicit user feedback to continuously refine the app experience

Conclusion 

Converting your Android app to iOS or vice versa is not just a technical decision—it's a business strategy. When done right, it can significantly enhance user reach, reduce development overhead, and boost ROI. By partnering with an experienced app development company like CQLsys Technologies, you can ensure a smooth transition and unlock new growth opportunities across platforms.

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How to Build a Website and Application from Scratch

In the modern digital landscape, a professionally crafted website or application is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity for businesses, brands, and startups alike. Whether you're a solo entrepreneur or managing a growing company, understanding how to build a website and application from the ground up can empower you to bring your ideas to life and reach a wider audience.

Define Your Goals and Requirements

Before you start designing or coding anything, it's critical to clearly define your objectives:

What is the purpose of the website/app?

Who is your target audience?

What features are necessary?

Will it be a static website, dynamic platform, or full-stack web app?

Pro Tip: Create wireframes or sketches of the user interface (UI) to visualize your idea.

2) Choose the Right Tech Stack

Depending on your project, select the technologies that suit your needs. Some popular stacks include:

Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript (React, Vue, Angular)

Backend: Node.js, Python (Django), PHP, Ruby on Rails

Database: MySQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL

Mobile App: Flutter, React Native, Swift (iOS), Kotlin (Android)

Tip: For startups, using open-source tools or low-code platforms can reduce costs and time.

3) Register a Domain and Choose Hosting

Your domain name is your digital identity. Choose a name that reflects your brand, and register it through a reliable provider like GoDaddy, Namecheap, or Google Domains.

For hosting, consider:

Shared Hosting for small websites

Cloud Hosting (like AWS, Azure, DigitalOcean) for scalable applications

4) Design the User Interface (UI/UX)

An intuitive, mobile-responsive design increases user engagement and conversions. Tools like Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch can help you prototype the layout before development.

5) Begin Development: Frontend and Backend

Start with building the frontend using frameworks like React or Vue.

Develop the backend API to handle business logic, databases, and server interactions.

Ensure proper data validation, security, and error handling.

6) Integrate Features & APIs

Add features like:

User registration/login

Contact forms

Payment gateways (Stripe, Razorpay, PayPal)

Third-party APIs (Maps, SMS, etc.)

7) Test Thoroughly Before Launch Conduct:

Unit Testing (for individual components)

Integration Testing (for connected modules)

User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to get feedback from real users

Tools: Jest, Selenium, Cypress, Postman

8) Launch and Monitor

Deploy your app/website using tools like:

CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins)

Monitoring tools (Google Analytics, Hotjar, Sentry)

Announce your launch across social media, email lists, and digital forums.

9) Market Your Product

Use SEO, content marketing, paid ads, and social media to promote your new platform. Don’t forget to collect user feedback and iterate.

Conclusion

Building a website or application Development from scratch may sound complex, but with the right plan, tools, and mindset, it becomes a structured process. Whether you choose to DIY or hire expert developers, understanding each phase helps ensure a smooth journey from idea to launch.

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Mobile app development company in Chennai |BlazeDream Technologies

BlazeDream – Mobile App Development Company in Chennai

In today's hyper-connected digital world, mobile applications are no longer just an option for businesses—they are a necessity. From eCommerce and healthcare to education and entertainment, mobile apps have revolutionized how businesses interact with their customers. If you're a brand looking to expand your digital footprint, BlazeDream stands out as a leading Mobile App Development Company in Chennai that transforms your vision into intuitive, user-friendly mobile experiences.

Why Mobile Apps Matter Today

Mobile apps have become the most powerful tool for business growth. With over 6.8 billion smartphone users globally, brands are leveraging mobile platforms to provide seamless services, increase customer engagement, and boost conversions. Whether you're a startup, SME, or enterprise, a well-developed app can be a game-changer.

BlazeDream understands this digital shift. With years of experience in crafting high-performing mobile solutions, the company is committed to helping businesses stay ahead in this fast-evolving landscape.

BlazeDream – A Pioneer in Mobile App Development

BlazeDream, headquartered in Chennai, is a top-rated Mobile App Development Company in Chennai with a proven track record of delivering scalable and secure mobile applications. Established in 1999, BlazeDream has carved a niche for itself with its client-centric approach, agile methodology, and robust technical expertise.

Whether it's Android, iOS, or cross-platform app development, BlazeDream offers end-to-end solutions tailored to meet your business goals. Their development process includes everything from ideation, UI/UX design, coding, testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance.

BlazeDream specializes in:

1. Expertise Across Platforms

Native Android App Development – Harnessing the power of Java and Kotlin to create high-performance apps.

Native iOS App Development – Leveraging Swift and Objective-C to deliver seamless Apple device experiences.

Cross-Platform App Development – Using frameworks like Flutter, React Native, and Xamarin to build cost-effective solutions that run across both iOS and Android.

2. Customized Solutions

As a leading Mobile App Development Company in Chennai, BlazeDream doesn't believe in one-size-fits-all. Every app they build is tailored specifically to the client's industry, target audience, and business goals.

3. Agile Development Methodology

Their agile approach ensures transparency, faster delivery, and higher client satisfaction. Regular updates, sprint planning, and client feedback loops keep projects on track and aligned with business objectives.

4. Experienced Developers & Designers

BlazeDream boasts a talented team of mobile app developers, UI/UX designers, and QA experts who are passionate about technology and innovation. Their collaborative efforts guarantee intuitive design, efficient performance, and a flawless user experience.

5. Post-Launch Support

Unlike many development firms that consider their job done after app delivery, BlazeDream provides comprehensive post-launch support, app updates, and performance optimization to ensure long-term success.

Industry-Specific Mobile Solutions

BlazeDream has developed mobile applications for diverse sectors, including:

Healthcare – Appointment scheduling, teleconsultation, and health tracking apps.

E-commerce – Seamless shopping experiences with payment gateway integrations.

Education – eLearning platforms, quizzes, and virtual classrooms.

Travel & Hospitality – Booking systems, itinerary planners, and location-based services.

Real Estate – Property listing apps with AR/VR integrations.

This sector-wise approach helps BlazeDream deliver feature-rich, compliant, and user-friendly applications that solve real-world problems.

Client-Centric Approach

BlazeDream believes in building long-term relationships. Their development process is collaborative, where the client's vision and feedback play a pivotal role. From brainstorming app concepts to market launch and beyond, they ensure you're involved at every step.

The company has successfully delivered 300+ mobile applications, garnering trust from clients not only in Chennai but globally, including the USA, UK, UAE, and Singapore.

Innovation at the Core

As technology evolves, BlazeDream stays ahead of the curve by embracing the latest trends such as:

AI & Machine Learning Integration

IoT-based Mobile Applications

Wearable Device Compatibility

AR/VR-Enabled Apps

Blockchain-Based Solutions

This focus on innovation makes BlazeDream not just a service provider, but a strategic technology partner for businesses.

Why Choose BlazeDream as Your Mobile App Development Company in Chennai?

20+ Years of Industry Experience

100% Transparency and Communication

On-Time Delivery and Budget Adherence

High-Quality Code Standards

Focus on Data Security and Compliance

Proven Portfolio and Client Testimonials

Final Thoughts

In a competitive business environment, having a powerful mobile application can differentiate you from your competitors and drive substantial growth. BlazeDream, a renowned Mobile App Development Company in Chennai, has the skills, experience, and vision to bring your app ideas to life with precision and purpose.