Introduction To Android Development

Course details

The Android operating system runs on more devices world-wide than any other single operating system around. Between phones, tables, media players and other embedded devices, you cannot afford to ignore the potential exposure and revenue stream that being able to develop and distribute Android applications can offer.

Introduction to Android Development

Jump right into the world of Android Development using Java and the Android SDK. We will walk through everything you need to know from downloading and installing the SDK to creating your emulation images for testing. We will build an application using common and advanced user interface controls and then package it up for distribution through the Google Play Market or one of the other Third Party or Private markets that are available.

This course is taught by a seasoned Information Technology professional with more than 20 years of industry experience in development, Linux, and Android.

After viewing this course, you will truly grasp the power and flexibility of the Google Android SDK and learn how to leverage its features to develop and distribute your applications to run on Android. These videos will give you all the tools you need to create basic or complex projects that allow you to realize new opportunities or streams of income from your efforts.

What Is Covered?

This comprehensive collection of Android development videos covers these topics among many others:

Installation and Configuration of the SDK and Emulation Manager

 Setting Up Your First Project

 Basic User Interface Controls

 Explore and Define the Android Manifest and Resource Files

 Event and Error Handling

 Threading

 Advanced UI Components and Controls

 Application Distribution