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6 Month Android Developer Roadmap

The document outlines a 6-month roadmap for becoming a junior Android developer using Kotlin. Each month focuses on specific goals, topics, and projects, starting from mastering Java basics to applying for jobs and practicing interviews. Key skills include programming concepts, Kotlin fundamentals, Android UI, modern architecture, portfolio building, and interview preparation.

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6 Month Android Developer Roadmap

The document outlines a 6-month roadmap for becoming a junior Android developer using Kotlin. Each month focuses on specific goals, topics, and projects, starting from mastering Java basics to applying for jobs and practicing interviews. Key skills include programming concepts, Kotlin fundamentals, Android UI, modern architecture, portfolio building, and interview preparation.

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6-Month Roadmap to Become a Junior Android Developer (Using Kotlin)

Month 1: Master Java Basics


Goals: Understand core programming concepts

Topics:

- Variables, Data types, Operators


- if, switch, while, for
- Methods (functions)
- Arrays and ArrayList
- OOP: Classes, Objects, Inheritance, Encapsulation

Projects:

* Mini Calculator (Console-based)


* Number Guessing Game
* Bank Account Simulation

Month 2: Learn Kotlin Fundamentals


Goals: Write clean Kotlin code and understand differences vs Java

Topics:

- Kotlin syntax, val/var, Functions, Lambdas


- Nullable types and `?`, Classes, Data Classes
- when expression, Lists, Maps
- Loops, Ranges, Extension Functions

Projects:

* Tip Calculator
* Temperature Converter
* Console To-Do App in Kotlin

Month 3: Android Basics + UI


Goals: Build your first real Android apps; understand UI structure

Topics:
- Android Studio setup, XML layouts
- Activities, Intents, Views (TextView, EditText, Button)
- RecyclerView, Toasts, Snackbar
- Manifest and permissions

Projects:

* Calculator App (with UI)


* User Form App
* Todo List with RecyclerView

Month 4: Intermediate Android + Kotlin


Goals: Use modern Android architecture and work with real data

Topics:

- ViewModel, LiveData, MVVM architecture


- Room Database (SQLite), Retrofit (API calls)
- Navigation Component, Fragments (optional)
- Kotlin Coroutines (basics)

Projects:

* Notes App (Room DB)


* Weather App (with Retrofit)
* Quotes App (with ViewModel + RecyclerView)

Month 5: Build Portfolio & Polish Skills


Goals: Build apps to showcase; upload to GitHub

Topics:

- Clean architecture, Git & GitHub


- Play Store publishing (optional)
- Testing basics (Unit/UI testing)

Projects:

* Expense Tracker
* Habit Tracker
* Flashcard Quiz App
Month 6: Apply for Jobs & Practice Interviews
Goals: Be job-ready and apply for internships or junior roles

Topics:

- Android/Kotlin interview questions


- Basic LeetCode coding practice (Easy level)
- Resume writing, LinkedIn profile, GitHub portfolio

Projects:

* Capstone App (any full-featured app)


* Portfolio site (optional)

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