Introduction to Function Parameters

Hello, budding developer! Today, we're exploring function parameters in Kotlin. Function parameters are the inputs given to functions. For instance, in println("Hello, world!"), "Hello, world!" is a parameter you are passing to the println() function. Parameters help functions adapt to specific pieces of information, making them incredibly versatile.

Writing a Function with a Single Parameter

We'll start by writing a function that takes a single parameter. This simple function will greet a user:

In this case, name is a parameter of the type String that our greetUser function uses.

Writing a Function with Multiple Parameters

We can also create a function with multiple parameters. For example, a function could calculate a rectangle's area by accepting its length and width as parameters.

In this code, length and breadth are Int parameters.

Function Parameter Types

Kotlin supports different data types for parameters. For example, Int, Double, Boolean, String, Array etc. We've worked with String and Int type function parameters in the examples above.

Handling Different Numbers of Parameters

A Kotlin function can take any number of parameters -- even zero. Here's an example:

Practice Makes Perfect

True understanding of theory is best achieved through practice. So, try writing functions that take different numbers and types of parameters. For instance, you could write a function that averages three numbers.

Lesson Summary

Congrats! You've explored the world of function parameters in Kotlin, delving into their definitions, uses, and types. It's now time to put these concepts into practice by defining and using function parameters. Our next lesson will cover Function Returns. Happy coding!

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