ktor

Name: ktor
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Author: pddhkt

Standardize Kotlin Multiplatform HTTP client patterns with Ktor.

1|1|Updated Feb 3, 2026

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npx skills add https://github.com/pddhkt/kotlin-kmp-skills --skill ktor

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Skill: ktor
Source: https://github.com/pddhkt/kotlin-kmp-skills/tree/main/plugins/kotlin-kmp/skills/ktor
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/pddhkt/kotlin-kmp-skills --skill ktor

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

KMP teams often struggle to implement reliable, multiplatform HTTP clients. This Skill provides a cohesive set of Ktor-based patterns to ensure consistent API consumption across platforms.

Core Features & Use Cases

Async, multiplatform HTTP client setup with Ktor
Serialization and error handling integration
Reusable request patterns for common API interactions

Quick Start

Configure your KMP project to use Ktor-based HTTP client patterns across platforms.

Frequently Asked Questions about ktor

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I implement a multiplatform HTTP client in Kotlin Multiplatform?▼

You can implement a multiplatform HTTP client in Kotlin Multiplatform by applying standardized Ktor patterns for async API requests, serialization, and error handling across shared common code. This ensures consistent API consumption across Android and iOS targets using Ktor.

What is the best way to handle API errors in a Kotlin Multiplatform network layer?▼

The best way to handle API errors in a Kotlin Multiplatform network layer is to integrate robust error handling directly within Ktor request patterns. This standardizes error management alongside serialization across common, Android, and iOS targets.

Can I use Ktor for API consumption across both Android and iOS targets?▼

Yes, you can use Ktor for API consumption across Android and iOS targets. The patterns ensure Kotlin Multiplatform compatibility by standardizing request setups, serialization, and authentication within the common network layer.

How do I set up serialization for a KMP HTTP client?▼

You set up serialization for a KMP HTTP client by integrating it directly into Ktor's async request patterns. This ensures consistent data parsing and robust error handling across your multiplatform API interactions.

Does this approach support authentication for multiplatform API clients?▼

Yes, this approach supports authentication for multiplatform API clients. The Ktor patterns cover authentication alongside request setups, serialization, and error handling to ensure secure API consumption across common, Android, and iOS targets.