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Android SDK Features

The Android Software Development Kit (SDK) provides tools and libraries
necessary for developing Android applications. Here are its key features:

1. Integrated Development Tools


• Android Studio: Official IDE with code editing, debugging, and
performance tools.
• Emulator: Simulates Android devices for testing apps in a virtual
environment.

2. Rich API Framework


• APIs for accessing device hardware (camera, sensors, GPS).
• APIs for system components like notifications, UI, and media playback.

3. Android Emulator
• Enables testing on different Android versions, screen sizes, and
configurations.
• Includes debugging tools, network simulation, and virtual device setup.

4. Gradle-Based Build System


• Simplifies dependency management and project structure.
• Supports automated builds and integration with CI/CD pipelines.

5. Extensive Documentation and Samples


• Comprehensive guides and tutorials for developers.
• Sample code to demonstrate functionality and best practices.

6. Platform Tools
• ADB (Android Debug Bridge): For communicating with devices/emulators.
• Logcat: Real-time logging of system messages and debugging.

7. Support for Multiple Programming Languages


• Java, Kotlin (officially supported), and C++ for NDK development.

8. Support Libraries and Jetpack


• Jetpack libraries for modern app development (e.g., Room, Navigation,
LiveData).
• Backward compatibility for older Android versions.

9. Testing and Debugging Tools


• Unit and UI testing frameworks (Espresso, JUnit).
• Performance profiling tools for memory, CPU, and network usage.

10. Access to Google Play Services


• APIs for authentication, location, maps, and cloud messaging (Firebase).

11. Flexible UI Design


• Tools like Layout Editor and ConstraintLayout for building adaptive UIs.
• Support for various screen sizes, densities, and orientations.

12. Deployment Tools


• Tools for signing APKs and publishing apps to the Google Play Store.

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