kotlin uses both syntaxes

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[evanchooly]

kotlin uses both syntaxes

[umar]

evanchooly: I did't try 1.1.2, but in 1.1.1 or lower fun test() -> Unit and val test = fun() -> Unit don't compile with error function must have a body

[evanchooly]

the -> is for lambdas. the = is for functions.

[umar]

I know. But why it different in lambdas and functions? I want to know what's the reason. Is there any notes from kotlin devs on their chooses?

[evanchooly]

i don't know for sure but I'd guess consistency with existing languages. also = is always assignment so use -> for lambda params is a clear disambiguation

[umar]

Thanks. I'll try to google again.