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# [Chapter 27 : UseCase24 - StateFlow (State Holder Semantics)](https://kotlinflow.hashnode.dev/chapter-27-usecase24-stateflow-state-holder-semantics?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

What is StateFlow? StateFlow is a special type of SharedFlow that: Always holds a current value Requires an initial value Replays the latest value to new collectors Conflates updates automatically

Feb 20 · 3 min read · kotlinflow.hashnode.dev  
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