Kotlin Android Template

Abstract

1. Introduction

A simple Github template that lets you create an Android/Kotlin project and be up and running in a few seconds.

This template is focused on delivering a project with static analysis and continuous integration already in place.

2. Objective

Android + Kotlin + Github Actions + ktlint + Detekt + Gradle Kotlin DSL + buildSrc = ❤️

This project demonstrates how Kotlin can be applied to a real-world Mobile App Development problem.

3. Key Features / Modules

• 100% Kotlin-only template.
• 4 Sample modules (Android app, Android library, Kotlin library, Jetpack Compose Activity).
• Jetpack Compose setup ready to use.
• Sample Espresso, Instrumentation & JUnit tests.
• 100% Gradle Kotlin DSL setup.
• CI Setup with GitHub Actions.
• Publish to Maven Central with Github Actions.
• Dependency versions managed via buildSrc.
• Kotlin Static Analysis via detekt and ktlint.
• Issues Template (bug report + feature request).

4. Technology Stack

5. System Requirements

General requirements for this technology stack — check the README for exact versions.

• Android Studio (latest)
• JDK 17
• Android device or emulator
• Git (to clone the repository)

6. Installation & Setup

git clone https://github.com/cortinico/kotlin-android-template.git
cd kotlin-android-template

Full setup instructions are in the project README.

7. Future Enhancements

Suggested extensions you can add to make this your own project.

• Add push notifications with Firebase Cloud Messaging
• Add offline support with local caching
• Publish an internal test build on the Play Store

8. Viva / Review Questions

Common questions examiners ask for projects in this domain.

1. Which framework is used and why (native vs cross-platform)?
2. How is app state managed across screens?
3. Where is the data stored — locally, Firebase or a REST backend?
4. How are permissions (camera, location, storage) handled?
5. How would you publish this app to the Play Store / App Store?

9. Source Code & License

This project is developed by cortinico and published on GitHub under the MIT License. Please follow the license terms and credit the original author when you use or modify this code.