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World Congress 2022 • Jun 15, 2022

Java Sealed Classes vs. Kotlin Sealed Classes #Slideless

Lothar Schulz

Tired of unpredictable, null-prone code? Discover how sealed classes in both Java 17 and Kotlin eliminate nullable return types through strict hierarchies and exhaustive pattern matching.

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#1 about 2 min

Controlling class extension with Java sealed classes

Java 17 introduces sealed classes to restrict and explicitly define permitted subtypes.

#2 about 2 min

Kotlin sealed classes as flexible super enums

Kotlin sealed classes enable fixed type hierarchies that store state in subclasses.

#3 about 7 min

Refactoring API integration using Kotlin sealed classes

Replacing nullable API responses with explicit success and failure data classes.

#4 about 6 min

Applying exhaustive pattern matching in Kotlin

The when expression ensures safe handling of all possible sealed class types.

#5 about 9 min

Structuring API responses with Java sealed classes

Creating explicit success and exception subclasses improves type safety in Java API integrations.

#6 about 3 min

Evaluating object subtypes with Java instanceof

Using traditional type checking allows branching logic based on the API response type.

#7 about 4 min

Reducing boilerplate with Java sealed interfaces and records

Transitioning from standard classes to records simplifies syntax and eliminates redundant code.

#8 about 4 min

Pattern matching with Java switch preview features

Java 17 enables exhaustive type matching to handle sealed class branches safely.

#9 about 3 min

Comparing Java and Kotlin sealed class features

Both languages offer parity in sealed class capabilities and robust type matching.

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Iris Hunkeler · LIVE

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