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Head First Android Development by Dawn Griffiths

Head First Android Development

A Learner's Guide to Building Android Apps With Kotlin

Dawn Griffiths, David Griffiths

O'Reilly Media · Print & ebook · December 21, 2021

What will you learn from this book?

Java ProgrammingMobile App DevelopmentAndroid OS
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Who it’s for
A visually rich, hands-on route from Kotlin know-how to thoughtful Android app development.
Themes
Android app development, User interface and multi-screen design, Persisting app data in databases
Genres
Android OS, Mobile App Development, Java Programming

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About this book

What will you learn from this book? If you have an idea for a killer Android app, this fully revised and updated edition will get you up and running in a jiffy. You'll go beyond syntax and how-to manuals and learn how to think like a great Android developer. This hands-on book teaches you everything from designing user interfaces to building multi-screen apps that persist data in a database. It covers the latest features of Android Jetpack, including Jetpack Compose.

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It's like having an experienced Android developer sitting right next to you! If you have some Kotlin know-how, you're ready to get started. Why does this book look so different? Based on the latest research in cognitive science and learning theory, Head First Android Development uses a visually rich format to engage your mind rather than a text-heavy approach that puts you to sleep. Why waste your time struggling with new concepts? This multisensory learning experience is designed for the way your brain really works.

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A visually rich, hands-on route from Kotlin know-how to thoughtful Android app development.

Come here for

  • Learn to design interfaces and build multi-screen apps that save data
  • Get acquainted with Android Jetpack, including Jetpack Compose

Expect

  • A visual approach to learning beyond syntax and how-to manuals
  • Practical guidance for readers who already know some Kotlin

Where it sits

Mobile App Development93%
Android OS56%
Java Programming42%

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Publisher categories

  • Android OS
  • Java Programming
  • Mobile App Development
  • Tablet Hardware
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Authors
Dawn Griffiths, David Griffiths
Publisher
O'Reilly Media
Published
December 21, 2021
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Android app development · User interface and multi-screen design · Persisting app data in databases
Reading lane
Android OS