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Foundational Tools in Android
Learning path outcomes
- Describe the basic usage of Android Studio in the creation of Android apps.
- Explain how to create a simple user interface using both Kotlin and Jetpack Compose.
- Identify the purpose of source control and leverage how to use it in order to track changes in code.
Prerequisites
Interest in Android development.
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Foundational Tools in Android
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1
Introduction to Version Control
In this module, you’ll learn what a version control system is and why using one is important for any software development project. You’ll also learn the basics of using Git, the most popular system for mobile developers. Then you’ll explore Github.com for hosting your code and collaborating with others on your projects.
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- Introduction to Version Control · Start lesson 21 mins
- Using Git for Development 43 mins
- Using GitHub for Version Control 48 mins
2
Introduction to Android Studio
This module introduces the basics of working with Android Studio from creating projects to setting up devices.
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- Install Android Studio & Create Your First Android App · Start lesson 23 mins
- Configure Android Studio 37 mins
- Setup Virtual & Real Android Devices 1 hr, 6 mins
3
Meet the Kotlin Programming Language
This module introduces readers to Kotlin. We review its brief history and then dive into its fundamentals.
The module goes over the different types available in Kotlin, how to use operators, the different control flow mechanics, null safety and looping constructs and then closes off the module by covering functions.
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- Getting Started with Kotlin · Start lesson 8 mins
- Working with Types 13 mins
- Using Operators 14 mins
- Leverage Control Flows 16 mins
- Use Functions 10 mins
4
Create a Simple Android App
In this module, users will create a simple app that will introduce users
to Jetpack Compose. This course will show how to use composables to
create a user interface with a touch of interactivity.
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- Create a Jetpack Compose App · Start lesson 18 mins
- Style the App 16 mins
- Expand the App 40 mins
- Add Interactivity 11 mins