Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP) allows developers to share code across multiple platforms—Android, iOS, JVM, and more—while maintaining platform-specific implementations. However, configuring KMP projects with the Gradle Plugin can be challenging due to its evolving nature. Compared to the mature Android Gradle Plugin (AGP), KMP’s new DSL, sparse documentation, and incubating status require a different approach. This guide explores common hurdles and provides practical solutions to streamline your KMP workflow, optimize builds, and ensure maintainability.

The main purpose of this blog is to post about the random things in Kotlin Multiplatform that I found difficult. Since Kotlin Multiplatform alongside Compose Multiplatform are actively changing there are some hiccups that appear from time to time.