Language Extension Methodology (LEM/DSLEM) : A Software Development Concept.

With Kotlin, the term 'DSL' has taken on a specific meaning, and that more specific meaning of Kotlin DSLs other pages on this site and elsewhere.  In fact, Kotlin DSLs are not just Domain Specific Languages, but Domain Specific Extension Languages. The principle of a DSL, is that languages benefit from The DSLE methodology is… Continue reading Language Extension Methodology (LEM/DSLEM) : A Software Development Concept.

Kotlin multi-platform projects structure

Previously, we talked about how to share code across platforms in kotlin world. But as your code base grows, you will encounter a scenario where some code in the projects is cross, but some other is platform specific, so will not be shared and there may be a version of this code for any or… Continue reading Kotlin multi-platform projects structure

Kotlin code sharing among platforms

When you try to deal with the across platform codes, you need to solve 2 things, one is what to share, the other is the architecture of how to share the code. Different languages have different techniques to the second problem, but in Kotlin, you can use multiplatform projects to share the code.  With kotlin… Continue reading Kotlin code sharing among platforms

Waterfall or Agile?

This page describes both Waterfall and Agile software development philosophies. In reality, developments are not 100% waterfall or agile, but a blend of the two. This is a 'back to basics' look at the two philosophies. Separate pages will consider the implications and necessary modifications when each is applied to different bespoke software or product… Continue reading Waterfall or Agile?

Building: No need with python?

Yes, building is needed with python.  Python normally uses an environment build approach which allows the developer to run code without noticing a build, and simple programs even when shared can seem to need no build.  To get started with programming with python, you just don't notice builds, although usually they become important later.  But… Continue reading Building: No need with python?