Beginning Android Development: Create Your Own Android Apps Today

Visit us at www.programminghq.com for more exciting programming stuff! Create amazing Android applications today! The rapid rise of the Android OS offers app developers one of the largest platforms available, and this easy-to-follow guide walks you through the development process step by step. Android programming experts teach you how to download the SDK, get Eclipse up and running, code Android applications, submit your app to the Google Play Store and share your finished Android apps with the world. This book explores everything from the simple basics to advanced aspects of Android application development. We walk you through all the steps in developing applications for the Android platform, including the latest Android features like scrollable widgets, enhanced UI tools and contact capabilities We break every aspect of the development process down into practical, digestible pieces. Whether you’re new to Android development or already on your way, Beginning Android Application is the guide you need!

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Hello Android Programming!
Chapter 2: Activities, Fragments and Intents
Chapter 3: Understanding the Android User Interface
Chapter 4: Creating Your User Interface With Views
Chapter 5: Displaying Pictures and Menus with Views
Chapter 6: Keeping Data Persistent
Chapter 7: Content Providers
Chapter 8: SMS and Email Messaging
Chapter 9: Location-Based Services
Chapter 10: Networking
Chapter 11: Developing Android Services
Chapter 12: Publishing Android Applications