The updated edition of the bestselling guide to Android app development If you have ambitions to build an Android app, this hands-on guide gives you everything you need to dig into the development process and turn your great idea into a reality! In this new edition of Android App Development For Dummies, you'll find easy-to-follow access to the latest programming techniques that take advantage of the new features of the Android operating system. Plus, two programs are provided: a simple program to get you started and an intermediate program that uses more advanced aspects of the Android platform. Android mobile devices currently account for nearly 80% of mobile phone market share worldwide, making it the best platform to reach the widest possible audience. With the help of this friendly guide, developers of all stripes will quickly find out how to install the tools they need, design a good user interface, grasp the design differences between phone and tablet applications, handle user input, avoid common pitfalls, and turn a "meh" app into one that garners applause. Create seriously cool apps for the latest Android smartphones and tablets Adapt your existing apps for use on an Android device Start working with programs and tools to create Android apps Publish your apps to the Google Play Store Whether you're a new or veteran programmer, Android App Development For Dummies will have you up and running with the ins and outs of the Android platform in no time.

Conquer the world of Android app development Android has taken over the mobile and TV markets and become unstoppable! Android offers a vast stage for developers to serve millions—and rake in the profits—with diverse and wide-ranging app ideas. Whether you’re a raw recruit or a veteran programmer, you can get in on the action and become a master of the Android programming universe with the new edition of Android Application Development For Dummies All-in-One. In addition to receiving guidance on mobile and TV development, you’ll find overviews of native code, watch, car, Android wear, and other device development. This friendly, easy-to-follow book kicks off by offering a fundamental understanding of Android’s major technical ideas, including functional programming techniques. It moves on to show you how to work effectively in Studio, program cool new features, and test your app to make sure it’s ready to release to a waiting world. You’ll also have an opportunity to brush up on your Kotlin and develop your marketing savvy. There are millions of potential customers out there, and you want to stand out from the crowd! Understand new features and enhancements Get development best-practices Know your Android hardware Access online materials With a market share like Android’s, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Android Application Development For Dummies All-in-One levels the field and gives you the tools you need to take on the world.

In the era of the mobility accessing apps on mobile for day to day operation are very common. Software development drastically move towards mobile application development for each enterprise software. With this high demand of mobile apps in the market creates new opportunity for software developers to come up with new ideas. In mobile domain two major platforms plays important role in the market. One is android and second one is iOS. Being open source android becomes very popular in short amount of time. We are talking about android app development in this book. This book will help you to learn android app development from setting up development environment to bare minimal android app. It covers from basic to advance for no voice android developer. You will find most of the topics which covers android app development. Like: 1. Basics of android studio IDE 2. Project setup 3. Various Layouts 4. Widgets like buttons, text box ,checkbox and radio buttons 5. Events handling 6. Navigation patterns for a large scale app 7. Data Storage mechanism 8. Rest API 9. Access device contents like contacts In general book covers a very comprehensive guide for a beginner for getting started android development and discuss each topics step by step. We have also demonstrated some practical example for each concepts listed above.

This book covers Android app design fundamentals in Android Studio using Java programming language.The author assumes you have no experience in app development. The book starts with the installation of the required development environment and setting up the emulators. Then, the simplest "Hello World" app is developed step by step. In the next chapter, basics of the Java programming language are given with practical examples. Screenshots and code snippets are clearly given in the book to guide the reader. After the Java lecture, 6 complete Android apps are developed again by step by step instructions.Each code line is explained. As the reader follows the development of the example apps, he/she will learn designing user interfaces, connecting interface objects to code, developing efficient Java code and testing the app on emulators and real devices.The sample apps developed in this book are as follows:1. Headlight app: Learn the basics of app development and use buttons in your code.2. Body mass index (BMI) calculator app: Using input boxes, performing calculations and displaying the results on the screen.3. Simple dice roller app: Using random number generator functions, including images in your project, displaying images on the screen and changing the displayed image programmatically.4. The compass app: Accessing the magnetic field sensor, setting required permissions, extracting the direction angle and animating a compass figure.5. Show my location app: Creating a map project, setting required permissions, accessing GPS device and showing real time location on the map.6. S.O.S. sender app: Adding SMS functionality, setting required permissions and sending real time location using SMS.This book includes 146 figures and 114 code snippets that are used to explain app development concepts clearly. Full resolution colour figures and project files can be viewed and downloaded from the the book's website: www.android-java.website.

Unleash the Power of Kotlin for Android App Development DESCRIPTION This book aims to provide the knowledge around the fundamental concept of Kotlin languages, and itÕs an application in Android application development. It covers basic to advanced concepts with practical examples. Each chapter in this book is a step by step journey towards the learning Kotlin and excel in various topics and concepts. It covers topics like data types, various functions, including lambdas and higher-order functions. It also covers advanced topics like Generics, Collections, DSL, Coroutine, etc. Most importantly, such concepts are explained with practical usage of it in Android application. You will get to know what is the best possible way to use these concepts while you develop an Android application. In this book, along with Kotlin, an attempt has been made where few Android-specific topics are also explained. For example, the application is using Architecture components, including ViewModel, LiveData, NavigationComponent, and also it uses Flow, which is a hot topic in Kotlin. While we learn this concept, along with that, we also develop a sample application where we can apply our learning and, in the end, have some tangible and measurable output. Readers with little previous knowledge of Android application development can easily follow this book. Most of the chapters are code-heavy and focuses on practical usage of KotlinÕs features. Each chapter has code on the GitHub. You can check out this code and try it out. Or you can develop in parallel and cherry-pick things from the sample code base as and when you need it. Few chapters also follow the quiz at the end, and you can self assess yourself by going through that quiz. In total there are ten chapters. KEY FEATURESÊÊ - The book has theories explained elaborately along with Kotlin code and corresponding output to support the theoretical explanations. The Kotlin codes are provided with step-by-step comments to explain each instruction of the code. - The book is quite well balanced with programs and illustrative real-case problems.Ê - The book is not just explaining theoretical concepts of the language. Still, it explains how the full-fledged application can be developed using some latest tools and technologies and create an excellent Android application using Kotlin. - Few of the chapter offers the quiz at the end of it. And you can revise the concepts quickly. - A rich sample application is created to demonstrate KotlinÕs capability in various parts of the application. - Quite the latest concepts are discussed in depth. For example, Flow, NavigationComponent, Coroutine, ViewModel, and LiveData. WHAT WILL YOU LEARNÊ - Know the basics and many advanced concepts of Android. - Able to code in Kotlin for your Android application. - You will know how architecture components can be used in Android application with Kotlin. - Writing tests that use coroutine, Flow, LiveData, and ViewModel. - What measures you need to take before you put an application in production. - How agile practices can be applied before and after the application development is started. WHO THIS BOOK IS FORÊ The book is for readers with basic programming and android application development skills. The book is for any engineering graduates that wish to use Kotlin as a programming language for their Android application or wish to build a career in this direction.ÊThis book can also be useful for those who want to learn how testing aspects work for Android applications. The use cases and programs discussed in the book are self-explanatory and detailed with practical examples wherever necessary. This is why the book can be read by anyone who has an interest in Kotlin and Android and how applications are developed with the industry level standard maintained.Ê TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Getting started with Kotlin for Android 2.ÊKotlin Fundamentals 3.ÊGo to the Depth of Kotlin 4.ÊDesign Patterns in Kotlin 5.ÊAnalyzing and Architecting a Meal Recipe App 6.ÊMaking Network Calls Using Coroutines 7.ÊKotlin-ize remaining of your app 8.ÊTesting the Kotlin Code 9.ÊMake Your App Production Ready 10.ÊKotlin Everywhere

Android App Development is written for the Android programming course and takes a building block approach, presenting a real app from start to finish in each chapter. Each chapter is broken down into manageable topics, demonstrating a topic and then a working app.

Welcome to “Android App Development: From Concept to Code”! This book serves as your gateway to the world of Android app development, offering a structured and in-depth exploration of the Android ecosystem. Whether you're a novice stepping into the world of app development or an experienced developer looking to refine your skills, this guide empowers you with the knowledge and practical expertise to create exceptional Android applications. Android, with its vast user base and diverse range of devices, presents enticing opportunities for developers. Its versatility and reach allow you to build innovative and impactful apps, whether it's a popular game, a productivity tool, or a niche-specific utility. We understand that learning can be challenging, and this book aims to make it smooth and rewarding. With practical examples, clear explanations, and a hands-on approach, we bridge the gap between theory and application. This book caters to a diverse audience, including beginners, intermediate developers, and experienced professionals. Beginners will appreciate the step-by-step guidance, while intermediate and experienced developers can explore advanced topics and refine their coding practices. Whether you follow the chapters sequentially or dive into specific sections that align with your needs, hands-on practice is essential. Each chapter includes practical examples and exercises to reinforce your learning through active coding. This comprehensive guide covers a wide range of topics, including setting up your development environment, designing user interfaces, handling user interactions, working with data, networking, security, optimizing performance, and much more. It also provides insights into publishing your app, monetization options, and testing and debugging strategies. As you embark on this Android app development journey, remember that it's not just about building apps; it's about creating meaningful experiences, solving real-world problems, and making a difference in users' lives. Embrace each chapter with curiosity, practice relentlessly, and view challenges as opportunities for growth. Happy coding!

Android Application Development with Kotlin: A Comprehensive Guide is a book that provides a comprehensive introduction to the basics of Android app development using the Kotlin programming language. The book covers all the essential topics—from setting up the development environment and creating an Android project to designing user interfaces, working with data, and using third-party APIs. The book also covers advanced topics such as working with databases, networking, web services, and material design. Each chapter includes practical examples and code snippets demonstrating how to use the concepts covered in real-world Android app development

Your all-encompassing guide to learning Android app development If you're an aspiring or beginning programmer interested in creating apps for the Android market—which grows in size and downloads every day—this is your comprehensive, one-stop guide. Android Application Development All-in-One For Dummies covers the information you absolutely need to get started developing apps for Android. Inside, you'll quickly get up to speed on Android programming concepts and put your new knowledge to use to manage data, program cool phone features, refine your applications, navigate confidently around the Android native development kit, and add important finishing touches to your apps. Covering the latest features and enhancements to the Android Software Developer's Kit, this friendly, hands-on guide walks you through Android programming basics, shares techniques for developing great Android applications, reviews Android hardware, and much more. All programming examples, including the sample application, are available for download from the book's website Information is carefully organized and presented in an easy-to-follow format 800+ pages of content make this an invaluable resource at an unbeatable price Written by an expert Java educator, Barry Burd, who authors the bestselling Java For Dummies Go from Android newbie to master programmer in no time with the help of Android Application Development All-in-One For Dummies!

Master the fundamentals of Android programming and apply your skills to create scalable and reliable apps using industry best practices Key FeaturesBuild apps with Kotlin, Google’s preferred programming language for Android developmentUnlock solutions to development challenges with guidance from experienced Android professionalsImprove your apps by adding valuable features that make use of advanced functionalityBook Description Are you keen to get started building Android 11 apps, but don’t know where to start? How to Build Android Apps with Kotlin is a comprehensive guide that will help kick-start your Android development practice. This book starts with the fundamentals of app development, enabling you to utilize Android Studio and Kotlin to get started building Android projects. You'll learn how to create apps and run them on virtual devices through guided exercises. Progressing through the chapters, you'll delve into Android’s RecyclerView to make the most of lists, images, and maps, and see how to fetch data from a web service. Moving ahead, you'll get to grips with testing, learn how to keep your architecture clean, understand how to persist data, and gain basic knowledge of the dependency injection pattern. Finally, you'll see how to publish your apps on the Google Play store. You'll work on realistic projects that are split up into bitesize exercises and activities, allowing you to challenge yourself in an enjoyable and attainable way. You'll build apps to create quizzes, read news articles, check weather reports, store recipes, retrieve movie information, and remind you where you parked your car. By the end of this book, you'll have the skills and confidence to build your own creative Android applications using Kotlin. What you will learnCreate maintainable and scalable apps using KotlinUnderstand the Android development lifecycleSimplify app development with Google architecture componentsUse standard libraries for dependency injection and data parsingApply the repository pattern to retrieve data from outside sourcesPublish your app on the Google Play storeWho this book is for If you want to build your own Android applications using Kotlin but are unsure of how to begin, then this book is for you. To easily grasp the concepts in this book, it is recommended that you already have a basic understanding of Kotlin, or experience in a similar programming language and a willingness to brush up on Kotlin before you start.