In this episode, we dive into the programming paradigm — Data Oriented Programming (DOP) and why making data the star can simplify your code. Learn how well-modeled data reduces defensive logic, prevents invalid states, and keeps your apps stable. We’ll also contrast DOP with Object Oriented Programming (OOP) and Functional Programming (FP), sharing practical examples, tips, and resource links to deepen your understanding.

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Show Notes

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Programming Paradigms
- Object Oriented Programming
- Functional Programming

Data Oriented Programming (DOP)

UUID
- RFC 4122
- Kotlin now includes UUID in the standard lib even for kotlin multiplatform.

Resources

Brian Goetz's seminal article on DOP
Ties Van de Ven Advanced Kotlin Dev Day in 2022
Data Oriented Programming in Java by Chris Kiehl (by Manning Publications)
Devoxx talk by Nicolai Parlog on youtube

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