Head First Android Development
(By Jonathan Simon)
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Whether you're a seasoned iPhone developer who wants to jump into the the Android Market, or someone with previous programming skills but no mobile apps in your resume, this book offers a complete learning experience for creating eye-catching, top-selling Android applications.
You'll learn how to:
Install the Android SDK and Eclipse plug-in and get started building apps
Add buttons, edit text fields, and build your own navigation options in the Android menu
Customize the look of your app with theming and adding image resources
Use Android's content provider mechanism to add images and contact information to an app, and establish permissions for their use
Work with the Android devices' camera, GPS, and accelerometer
Experiment with different Android emulator configurations to simulate different devices with a variety of screen sizes
Optimize, test, and distribute your application in the Android MarketWe think your time is too valuable to waste struggling with new concepts. Using the latest research in cognitive science and learning theory to craft a multi-sensory learning experience, Head First Android Development uses a visually rich format designed for the way your brain works, not a text-heavy approach that puts you to sleep.”
