Implements robust, multiplatform HTTP client patterns using Ktor for Kotlin Multiplatform applications.
This skill provides a comprehensive set of patterns and best practices for building network layers in Kotlin Multiplatform projects using the Ktor HTTP client. It covers essential architectural concerns including platform-specific engine configuration for Android and iOS, type-safe JSON serialization with Kotlinx Serialization, standardized error handling with custom response validators, and secure authentication flows using Bearer tokens. By leveraging these battle-tested implementations, developers can quickly establish a scalable and maintainable networking infrastructure that works seamlessly across shared codebases, reducing boilerplate and preventing common pitfalls in multiplatform network communication.
Key Features
01Standardized error handling with HttpResponseValidator and custom exceptions
02Multiplatform engine configuration for Android (OkHttp) and iOS (Darwin)
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04Type-safe JSON serialization and DTO-to-domain mapping patterns
05Integrated authentication management with Bearer token refresh logic
06Comprehensive testing patterns using Ktor's MockEngine
Use Cases
01Architecting a shared networking layer for an iOS and Android mobile app
02Implementing secure RESTful API consumption with automatic token refreshing
03Creating unit tests for network requests without hitting live endpoints
