Introduction to Android Development

Android Studio 3.1.4    |    Beginner
  • 10 videos | 1h 3m 10s
  • Includes Assessment
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Although most may be familiar with the Android operating system for mobile phones and tablets, it is also used with many other types of devices. In this course, you will explore the uses of Android and how to create your first Android app. Learn about Android's various interfaces and its architecture. Follow the steps to install Android Studio. Identify Android versions and determine which one is best for you. Set up the Android Software Development Kit (SDK) platforms and Gradle in Android Studio. Specify a design theme, setup activity_main.xml, and define the Android manifest for your projects.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

  • Describe the features and uses for android
    Define android interfaces and architecture
    Install the java sdk and android studio
    Describe the basic usage of android versions and reasons for choosing one for development purposes
    Demonstrate how to set up sdk platforms and gradle in android studio
  • Discuss the various interface elements of android studio
    Demonstrate how to create a new android app using design themes in android studio
    Define the basic structure and purpose of activity_main.xml in android apps
    Define the android manifest
    Create a hello world app and run it using android studio

IN THIS COURSE

  • 5m 52s
    Upon completion of this video, you will be able to describe the features and uses for Android devices. FREE ACCESS
  • 6m 20s
    In this video, you will learn how to define Android interfaces and architecture. FREE ACCESS
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    3.  Install Android Studio
    6m 46s
    In this video, you will install the Java SDK and Android Studio. FREE ACCESS
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    4.  Android Versions and Which to Choose
    7m 35s
    Upon completion of this video, you will be able to describe the basic usage of Android versions and the reasons for choosing one for development purposes. FREE ACCESS
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    5.  Set Up SDK Platforms and Gradle
    5m 57s
    In this video, you will learn how to set up SDK platforms and Gradle in Android Studio. FREE ACCESS
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    6.  The Anatomy of Android Studio
    6m 59s
    In this video, you will learn how to discuss the various interface elements of Android Studio. FREE ACCESS
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    7.  Set a Design Theme
    6m 10s
    In this video, you will learn how to create a new Android app using design themes in Android Studio. FREE ACCESS
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    8.  activity_main.xml
    8m 30s
    Learn how to define the basic structure and purpose of the activity_main.xml file in Android apps. FREE ACCESS
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    9.  The Android Manifest
    3m 39s
    Find out how to define the Android manifest file. FREE ACCESS
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    10.  Exercise: Create an Android App
    5m 22s
    In this video, you will learn how to create a "Hello World" app and run it using Android Studio. FREE ACCESS

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