Android apps for absolute beginners: covering android 7

Start developing your first Android apps with clear explanations and practical examples. If you have a great idea for an Android app but have never programmed before, this book is perfect for you. "Android Apps for Absolute Beginners" helps you navigate the jargon and mystery surrounding Android app development, offering simple, step-by-step instructions to get you started. This book teaches Android app development in language you can easily understand, giving you a great start. It provides clear and concise examples that make learning easy, allowing you to pick up the concepts without difficulty. The code and layouts are clearly described, so you can get your apps up and running as quickly as possible.

While this book covers the latest features of Android 7, it's also compatible with some previous Android versions. What you'll learn:

Download, install, and configure the latest software needed for Android app development.

Work efficiently with an integrated development environment (IDE).

Creating useful, attractive applications that work out of the box.

Easily create apps using XML markup and drag-and-drop graphical layout editors.

Using new media and graphics to maximize your app's appeal.

Creating advanced applications by combining XML, Java, and new media content.

Who is this book for? If you have a fantastic idea for an Android app but have never programmed before, this book is for you. No previous programming experience is necessary—as long as you're eager to learn and know how to use a mouse, the world of Android app development is within your reach. Thanks to Intertaal, your trusted supplier, you can count on fast delivery.