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Description:
Kotlin Language Interactive Shell

Type: Formula | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Developer tools

Tags: kotlin repl shell interactive developer-tools

Install: brew install ki

About:
Ki is an interactive shell for the Kotlin programming language, offering a REPL environment for executing Kotlin code snippets in real-time. It provides features like code completion, syntax highlighting, and inline documentation access to streamline the development workflow. This tool is ideal for learning Kotlin, testing algorithms, and performing quick data manipulations without the overhead of a full project setup.

Key Features:

REPL environment with code completion and syntax highlighting
Inline documentation and type information
Support for multi-line code editing
Integration with Kotlin compiler for real-time feedback

Use Cases:

Learning and experimenting with Kotlin syntax and features
Quickly testing code snippets and algorithms
Interactive data processing and visualization

Alternatives:

Kotlin Jupyter Kernel – Provides notebook-style interface; Ki focuses on a dedicated REPL shell experience
kotlinc REPL – Official compiler REPL; Ki offers enhanced UX with better completion and UI features

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