Android 3 SDK Programming For Dummies
Get in on the Android action! Learn to build exciting, engaging, high-quality appsReady to start building cool apps for Android devices? If you have a good understanding of Java and a bit of experience with Eclipse, this book gives you just what you need to start creating apps that Android users will love. Learn the fine points of Android app design, how to build what users want, and how to test and market your app.Getting started — explore the unique needs and capabilities of mobile apps, the Eclipse IDE, and the Android Application ModelThe app core — choose the right SDK level, examine user components, and use object-oriented techniques to design and build the core of your appEssential qualities — learn how to make your app fast, responsive, and secureAdd bells and whistles — include advanced capabilities such as integrated web and location services, audio and video, and sensorsFinishing touches — perform unit testing, optimize performance, and get your app to marketOpen the book and find:What a mobile app should containThe relationship between XML layout files and Android classesTips for making buttons behaveHelp identifying app insecuritiesWays to incorporate e-mail and SMS into your appAdvice on capturing audio, video, and imagesHow to optimize your app's performanceTen top developer resourcesVisit the companion website at www.dummies.com/go/android3sdkprogramming to find source code, updates, and other features you can use in your programming efforts.Learn to:Build an app for the Android OS, following step-by-step directionsDesign interfaces, manage applications, and use external servicesChoose the appropriate Android version for your applicationWork with the newest SDK features