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# [Simple REST API Android App in Kotlin - Various HTTP Client Library Implementations](https://vtsen.hashnode.dev/simple-rest-api-android-app-in-kotlin-various-http-client-library-implementations?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

How to use Retrofit, Moshi, Gson, Kotlin Serialization and Ktor client libraries to connect the REST API web service in Android app?

May 13, 2022 · 7 min read · vtsen.hashnode.dev  
Updated Jul 22, 2023  
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## Written by

[Vincent Tsen](https://hashnode.com/@vtsen)

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Native Android Kotlin Developer

I'm a self-taught hobbyist Android developer who loves to build projects and share valuable tips for new Android developers. Feel free to comment, share or connect with me!

## Responses 1

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[Carlos Saltos](https://hashnode.com/@csaltos)

[Jul 21, 2023](https://hashnode.com/posts/simple-rest-api-android-app-in-kotlin-various-http-client-library-implementations/627eca8c55afbae29a623695/comment/64ba9c82a8381eef4cb8f46e)

Love it !! ... Thank you for sharing and your guidance

[Vincent Tsen](https://hashnode.com/@vtsen)

[Jul 22, 2023](https://hashnode.com/posts/simple-rest-api-android-app-in-kotlin-various-http-client-library-implementations/627eca8c55afbae29a623695/comment/64ba9c82a8381eef4cb8f46e#reply-64bb1cb5a8381eef4cb8ff0d)

Awesome, you're welcome!