Introduction to Android Development

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Before going straight into The Android Development, First we need to understand What is Android?

What is Android?

Android is an open-source OS based on the Linux kernel. Android is widely use operating system and It has largest installed base among various platforms mobile, tab, android Tv, wear devices etc. First Android is Developed Just as Mobile Operating System later because of it’s popularity and advancement of code libraries now it’s used in various devices like tv, smartwatches, tablets etc.

It Shows how the android OS is used in different devices like Smart TV, Smartwatches, Tabs and Smart phones

History of Android

  • Initially Andy Rubin founded Android Incorporation in Palo Alto, California, United States in October, 2003

Image of Andy Rubin, Who founded Android Incorporation

  • In 17th August 2005, Google acquired android Incorporation

  • Android is Originally intended for camera but shifted to smart phones later because of low market for camera only devices

  • The first Android smartphone, The HTC Dream, was released in September 2008 By HTC Corporation

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The first Android smartphone, The HTC Dream

What is OHA (Open Handset Alliance)?

The Open Handset Alliance (OHA) is a group of 84 companies that developed Android, an open-source mobile operating system Led By GOOGLE

Android Architecture

Android Architecture Components Visual Representation

1.Linux Kernel

Linux Kernel is heart of the android architecture. It manages all the available drivers such as display drivers, camera drivers, Bluetooth drivers, audio drivers, etc. which are required during the runtime. it’s a bridge between Device Hardware and components of android architecture.

A Visual Representation of Linux Kernel

2.Platform libraries

The Platform Libraries includes various C/C++ libraries and Java based libraries

A Visual Representation of Platform Libraries

3. Android Runtime (ART)

Android Runtime environment is one of the most important part of Android It contains components like core libraries and the Dalvik virtual machine(DVM). Mainly, it provides the base for the application framework and powers our application with the help of the core libraries.

A Visual Representation of ART

4. Application Framework

Application Framework provides several important JAVA classes which are used to create an Android application, Application Developer can use these classes to build their android Apps.

A Visual Representation of Application Framework

5. Application

Applications is the top layer of android architecture. The pre-installed apps like Contact, Camera, Gallery, Browser and all the third-party apps like WhatsApp, Facebook, Gmail will be installed on this layer.

A Visual Representation of Application

Features of Android

Open Source

  • Android is open source, maintained by Google and the Open Handset Alliance.

Multi-Platform Support:

  • Smartphone

  • TVs

  • Cars

  • Etc.

Extensive Development Tools :

  • Android Studio

  • Emulator

  • ADB

Rich API Support

  • Location: GPS

  • Media

  • Connectivity: NFC, Bluetooth and Wi-fi

Cross-Platform Development:

  • React Native

  • Flutter

  • Kotlin Multiplatform (KMM)

Vast Ecosystem

  • Large Community Support

  • Play Store

Compatibility with Modern Technologies

  • AI/ML

  • AR (Augmented Reality)

  • IoT (Internet of Things)

Regular Updates

  • Maintained by Google

  • Frequent Android SDK updates

Scalable Architecture

  • MVVM

  • MVP

  • Clean Architecture

  • MVC

Security Features

  • Built in Security Features

Multiple Language Support

  • Easy support for multiple languages and regions

Graphics and Gaming Support

  • Unity and Unreal Engine.

  • Android Game Development Kit (AGDK).

Android Versions

Google first publicly announced Android in November 2007 but was released on 23 SEPTEMBER 2008.

Android versions chart

What is Android Development?

Android development is the process of creating apps for Android devices
that is operating on android OS

Advantages Of Android Development

  • Open Source

  • Large Market Cap and User Base

  • Easy distribution and Multiple distribution channel

  • Rich Development Tools

  • Flexibility

  • Multiple Platform Compatibility

  • Google services integration

  • Community Support and Resources

  • Global Reach

  • Backed By Google

Disadvantages Of Android Development

  • Security Concerns

  • Testing

  • Fragmentation and Device Compatibility

  • Longer App Approval Process

  • Monetization Challenges

  • Java

  • Kotlin

Now a days Popular choice for Android Development is Kotlin as
It’s a official Language for Android Development

Kotlin is Made an Official Language for Android Development in Google I/O 2017
Previously, Java is considered the official language for Android Development.

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