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Google Android

Developer
by

sk. Maseera begum

y22CD157
Overview of the Android Operating System
Android is a mobile operating system based on a modified version of the Linux kernel. It is designed for
touchscreen mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets.

Open Source Large User Base Customization

Android is open source, With billions of active users Android allows users to
meaning its source code is worldwide, Android has the customize their devices with
freely available for anyone to largest user base of any different launchers, widgets,
use, modify, and distribute. mobile operating system. and themes.

App Ecosystem

The Google Play Store offers a vast ecosystem of apps for various purposes, from games and
entertainment to productivity and utilities.
Android Development Tools and
Environments
Android Studio is the official integrated development environment (IDE) for
Android app development, providing a comprehensive set of tools for
building, debugging, and testing apps.

1 Android SDK 2 Android Emulator


The Android SDK provides the The Android Emulator allows
necessary tools, libraries, and developers to test their apps
documentation to build on various Android devices
Android apps. without physically owning
them.

3 Android Debug Bridge 4 Gradle Build System


(ADB)
Gradle is a build system that
ADB is a command-line tool simplifies the process of
that provides a bridge building and managing
between your computer and Android projects.
your Android device.
Android Application
Architecture
Android applications are structured using a layered architecture
that separates the application logic from the user interface and
other system components. This allows for better modularity,
maintainability, and scalability.
Activities Services Broadcast
Receivers
Activities represent Services run in the
a single screen in background and Broadcast
an Android app, perform tasks that Receivers receive
such as the main don't require user system-wide
screen, a settings interaction, such broadcasts, such
screen, or a login as playing music as notifications,
screen. or downloading battery changes,
data. and network
connectivity
changes.
Android User Interface Design
Android apps use a layout-based approach for creating their user
interfaces. The layout system defines the structure of the UI, and widgets
are used to create interactive elements.

1 XML Layout Files

XML layout files are used to define the structure of the UI,
including the arrangement of widgets and views.

2 UI Widgets

Widgets are pre-built UI components that provide interactive


elements, such as buttons, text fields, and lists.

3 Material Design

Material Design is a design language that provides guidelines


for creating visually appealing and intuitive user interfaces
for Android apps.
Android Data Storage and Networking
Android provides various mechanisms for storing data, including internal storage, external storage,
databases, and shared preferences.

Internal Storage Private storage for the app, only accessible by the app.

External Storage Public storage, accessible by other apps and users.

SQLite Database A relational database for storing structured data.

Shared Preferences For storing small amounts of key-value data.


Android Sensors and Location Services
Android devices are equipped with sensors that provide information about the device's
environment, such as location, orientation, and motion.

GPS

The GPS sensor provides information about the device's location using satellite signals.

Accelerometer

The accelerometer measures the device's acceleration in three dimensions.

Gyroscope

The gyroscope measures the device's angular velocity around its three axes.

Compass

The compass sensor provides information about the device's magnetic heading.
Android Testing and Debugging
Testing and debugging are essential aspects of Android development, ensuring the quality and reliability of apps.

Unit Tests Integration Tests

Unit tests are used to test individual components of Integration tests are used to test the interaction
the app, such as classes and methods. between different components of the app.

UI Tests Debugging Tools

UI tests are used to test the user interface of the Android provides several debugging tools, including
app, ensuring that it behaves as expected. the Android Debug Bridge (ADB), Logcat, and the
Android Profiler.
Advantages and Disadvantages
Android has numerous advantages, but it also comes with some drawbacks.

Advantages Disadvantages

• Open Source • Fragmentation


• Large User Base • Security Concerns
• Customization • Battery Life
• App Ecosystem • Bloatware
• Wide Device Compatibility • Performance Issues
Conclusion
Android development offers a vast range of opportunities for creating innovative and engaging mobile
apps. By understanding the fundamentals of Android development, you can build robust and user-friendly
applications that cater to the diverse needs of Android users.
THANK YOU

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