Adelaide · Mobile app development

Kotlin app developers in Adelaide who build modern Android apps and modernise old Java ones.

Older Android apps written in Java are harder to maintain every year. Our Kotlin app developers in Adelaide build new apps and modernise those that have aged.

In-house team Serving Adelaide from Perth You own every file

At a glance

  • Kotlin and Jetpack Compose
  • Clean architecture
  • Device and OS testing
  • Play Store release
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In-house teamno outsourcing
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No lock-instay because it helps
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Australia-widePerth based

Kotlin app developers in Adelaide: what to expect

Kotlin app developers in Adelaide build native Android apps with Jetpack Compose and modern architecture. We also migrate existing Java apps step by step without breaking features.

Who it suits

Teams with staff Android devices, or an older Java app that needs modernising.

What you get

A modern Kotlin app on Jetpack Compose, tested on the handsets you really use.

How we start

We agree the device list and the features that matter most.

Why it helps

A steadier, easier-to-maintain app that behaves well on long shifts.

What we cover

What goes into your app

The pieces that make up the service.

Want the full service guide? Read about our Kotlin app development page.

New Android apps

Built in Kotlin from the start.

Jetpack Compose

Modern, declarative screens, with clear notes included.

Java migration

Older code moved in safe steps.

Device testing

Handsets and Android versions covered.

Play Store

Listing, review and release managed.

Maintenance

Updates for new Android versions.

In Adelaide

Android apps for staff devices and customers

Many Adelaide organisations issue rugged Android devices to staff for inspections, deliveries and stocktakes. Kotlin app developers in Adelaide build for those devices, including barcode scanners and offline use, as well as for customers on their own phones.

Kedra Digi works with Adelaide businesses remotely from Perth. You get a named contact, a written plan and regular check-ins, and in-person meetings are available when you want them and it makes sense for the project.

  • Gradual migration from Java
  • Tablets and scanners supported
  • Automated tests added

Common situations

What Adelaide clients usually ask us to solve

A Java app nobody wants to touch

Migration in small steps reduces risk. We convert modules gradually and keep releases going.

Apps for rugged and kiosk devices

Apps for rugged and kiosk devices need settings for scanners, shared tablets and locked-down use. We build and configure them for the hardware your crews rely on.

New Android apps needing performance

New Android apps needing performance benefit from native Kotlin, which gives smooth scrolling and direct access to the camera and sensors.

What's included

What comes with this service.

The essentials of the service, plus the standards that come with everything we do. No hidden extras.

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  • Device matrix: The handsets and Android versions we will test
  • Migration plan: Safe steps from Java to Kotlin
  • Release pack: Play Store listing and assets prepared
  • Free discovery call: a short chat about your goals before you commit
  • Files you own: every asset and editable source file handed over to you

Is it right for you?

When a custom app makes sense

  • Staff carry Android devices
  • An older Java app is hard to maintain
  • You want a modern Android interface
  • Crashes appear on certain handsets

Compare

Kotlin or Java for Android?

Kotlin or Java for Android?
CompareKotlinJava
Modern featuresYesLimited
Code sizeSmallerLarger
Hiring poolGrowingShrinking
Best forNew appsLegacy apps

How we work

Our process, step by step

Review

We assess your code, devices and goals.

Plan

We choose architecture and a migration path.

Build

We write and test in Kotlin.

Test

We check across your device list.

Release

We publish to Google Play and monitor.

Built around you

Every project is quoted on your needs.

No one-size packages. After a free discovery call, you get a clear, itemised proposal based on what your business actually needs.

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1
Codebase

Older Java code needs careful migration in small, tested steps.

2
Devices

A wide range of devices adds testing and decisions about what to support.

3
Features

Hardware features like scanners and printers add integration work.

4
Design

Jetpack Compose allows rich, custom screens that need thoughtful design.

5
Distribution

Managed devices may need special deployment and update arrangements.

Technology

Tools and technologies we use

Language

KotlinCoroutinesFlow

Android

Jetpack ComposeRoomHiltWorkManager

Multiplatform

Kotlin MultiplatformKtor

Quality

JUnitEspressoCrashlytics

Why Kedra Digi

Why Adelaide businesses choose Kedra Digi.

One accountable team

Strategy, design, development and marketing together.

A clear proposal first

Itemised deliverables before work starts.

You own everything

Files, code and accounts are handed over.

Kedra Digi is an Australian-owned digital agency based at 5 Murphy Street, O'Connor, Perth. Our Adelaide clients work with us by video, shared files and clear milestones, and we can arrange to meet in person when that helps.

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Frequently asked questions

Straight answers to the questions we hear most.

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Can you convert our Java app to Kotlin?
Yes, gradually, so the app keeps working throughout and you are never left with a half-finished project.
Do you use Jetpack Compose?
Yes, for modern, maintainable interfaces that are quicker to build and easier to change.
Can you support our staff devices?
Yes, including rugged handsets and managed fleets, with testing on the models you really use.
Will you test on older Android versions?
Yes, based on the device list we agree, so older phones are covered where it matters.
Do you handle Google Play?
Yes, from the first listing through to ongoing updates and policy changes.
Can you work with our existing team?
Yes, joining your processes and tools so the work fits how your team already operates.
Why Kotlin rather than Java?
Kotlin is the recommended language for Android. It is shorter, safer and better supported by current tools.
Can you migrate our app gradually?
Yes. Kotlin and Java can coexist, so we convert screen by screen while the app keeps shipping.
What is Jetpack Compose?
Google's modern toolkit for building interfaces. It speeds development, suits new screens and makes them easier to test and keep consistent across devices.
How do you ensure quality?
Automated tests, code review and checks on real devices before each release, then crash reporting afterwards so problems are found and fixed quickly.

Free discovery call

Ready to talk about your project?

Tell us what you are working on. We will reply within one business day with honest advice.

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