Top 10 Exception Handling best practices in Kotlin

In this video, we explore the Top 10 Exception Handling Best Practices in Kotlin, designed to help you write more robust and user-friendly Android applications. Learn why proper exception handling is essential for application stability, how to effectively use try-catch blocks, validate preconditions with built-in functions like require and check, leverage Kotlin's null-safety features, and implement custom exceptions for domain-specific scenarios.

We also cover tips like avoiding exceptions for control flow, documenting errors, and managing exceptions across application layers. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced developer, these practical tips will enhance your Kotlin coding skills and ensure a seamless user experience. Don’t forget to like, comment, and share with fellow Kotlin enthusiasts!

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▬ Contents of this video ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
0:00 - Intro
0:20 - Importance of Exception Handling
1:52 - Basics of Exception Handling
5:31 - Best practices
5:38 - 1. Avoid using Exceptions for Normal control flow
7:12 - 2. Validating preconditions of function
9:34 - 3. Prefer using Standard library Exceptions
10:08 - 4. Create custom Exceptions when needed
10:44 - 5. Handle nullability properly
11:09 - 6. Document Exceptions
11:41 - 7. Multiple Catch Blocks
12:10- 8. Catch the most specific Exception first
12:48 - 9. Use try-catch blocks effectively
13:37 - 10. Consider the layer when throwing an Exception
14:04 - Conclusion


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► Slides deck
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► "Kotlin in Action" Book
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► "Effective Kotlin" Book
https://www.amazon.com/Effective-Kotl...

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