I was looking into creating my own applications, I have a little coding / graphic expierience.
Was wondering what type of code are android apps written in.
And if anyone knows of a good guide or something like Intro To Creating Apps?
Don't flame me please...If I knew more than you I wouldn't be asking, and I wouldn't flame you for asking.
Java, although native code is now supported thru a Java VM.
I'd start by downloading the sdk and going through those tutorials
kronik03 said:
I was looking into creating my own applications, I have a little coding / graphic expierience.
Was wondering what type of code are android apps written in.
And if anyone knows of a good guide or something like Intro To Creating Apps?
Don't flame me please...If I knew more than you I wouldn't be asking, and I wouldn't flame you for asking.
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Should be posted in app section but regardless, Here is where you'll find everything you need to learn.
Check out the "Sample Code" in "Resources" for a quick little learning tool.
Oh, and app dev is pure java.
You'll find a lot of tutorials(like video courses) and resources with a couple google searches.
Good luck
Awesome
Thanks guys
Quick response and very helpful, I appreciate it!
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I'm a creeper on the forums and i look up to you people...and Recently i saw a story on how the number1 iphone app was created by a fourteen year old.
It got me thinking.. and i really want to try this but i have absolutely zero coding experience..
I know it sounds noobish to say but all the devs on this forum had to start somewhere.. they didnt just magically get their talents.
What i'm asking for are tutorials, references, guides, even books, on how to develop android applications from scratch.
Please dont overlook me.. i just want to learn.
I have the android sdk and eclipse set up and linked together.
I even have app inventer.
Any help is appreciated
I'd recommend starting with the tutorials on the Android Developers website http://developer.android.com/resources/index.html. In the left column there are 6 tutorials that are quite good. I'd reccomend doing Hello World, Hello Views, Notepad Tutorial, and save the others for later. After that, your best bet would be to get an idea in your head and go for it. If you have questions the best place to ask is on IRC in #android-dev. Outside of that, google is your best friend. Just search for what you want to do.
Hope this helps!
Tutorials are usually a good way to learn what you can start doing.
After you get some basics and know how to search for certain functions/commands, then you can start thinking about what type of app you want.
A lot of books (I just glanced over them at the bookstore) suggested thinking of what you want the app to do and then designing the general User Interface on paper. And after the UI is in your mind, you can start programming.
thanks to both of you for the help really appreciate it.. people seem to ignore the noobs but anybody can learn.
ill put my ideas on paper first.
And ChainsDD what is the IRC in #android dev?
IRC is internet relay chat. To quote Wikipedia:
Wikipedia said:
Internet Relay Chat (IRC) is a popular[citation needed] form of real-time Internet text messaging (chat) or synchronous conferencing.[1] It is mainly designed for group communication in discussion forums, called channels,[2] but also allows one-to-one communication via private message[3] as well as chat and data transfer (including file sharing).[4]
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There are many clients out there to connect to it, but I believe that XChat is cross-platform and quite good. Here's the website for it. The quick start guide on that page will get you online, but choose freenode as your network, as that's where #android-dev is. There's also #android for general android discussions, and #android-root for root discussions.
I would recommend you to start with the basics. With that I mean Java applications for the command window. It's easy to set up and use to learn basic stuff like data types, operators and class structures. Search for "basic java programming" or likewise and you will find a lot of good (and bad) tutorials.
For example: Java tutorial for beginners - Introduction
When you have learned to write a simple program in Java use the Android tutorials to learn how to use Google's Java libraries. The three tutorials ChainsDD mentioned are a good start.
people seem to ignore the noobs
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Not all of us
Real Dev's code in Python (j/k)
But they all stated good things - pretty much pick a programming language and start from there. If it's Android development it is going to be Java (ugh).
If your serious about wanting to develop? I would recommend C++ as the language to get involved with. From there it is easy to branch off to other languages.
There is a TON of free material on the internet (that isn't pirated even) to help you get started. Compilers, code samples, documentation.. there is virtually no limit to the amount of data that is out there.
The trick is... A) to figure out what you want to do and B) remained focus on your goals and keep working at it. Coding is NOT easy (I can't code my way out of a wet paperbag - but I understand it) but can be very rewarding both personally and financially
So good luck!
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but can be very rewarding both personally and financially
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Nah, I code for years and didn't get any of those rewards.. just lame jobs and no life!
Hi guys, I have a quick question and I don't know how well this will go down but I thought I'd ask anyways....
Since we can decompile .apk's can we also cut and paste functions as well as pre-compiled bins?
I'm really interested in the cross compiled bins since it would be easier grabbing something that has already been done ( it sounds lazy but I'm only just beginning with Android app inventor and a couple of android books.)
again i'm really noob and don't want to offend anyone because of the hours of work that goes into development, but I feel the tool would be a great way to learn both code and structure..
cheers for any help and please understand i'm just curious
Sorry.. It isn't that easy. there are just binaries, no code.
But there are a lot of websites like http://www.anddev.org/ that have lots of code snippets and tutorials (I mean REALLY lots, tons, millions) you just have to look a little bit around... they are really good, for beginners too
But I'd recommend very basic hello world tutorials first and then a little later use the codesnippets and play around with them... understanding your code is important, otherwise you will get stuck when your code crashes and you have no idea why... and that sucks when you already have several thousand lines of code.
Trial and error and basic steps...
I'm just sayin'
nice site cheers
thanks for that, I am on my way to better understanding things now.
PS when you said just binaries you were talking about the .dex files not the actual linux bins correct?
'cause if there is a way to just yoink them it would be gr8
thnaks for the help
If you are interested in learning java and android programming head over to http://www.thenewboston.com/
This guy has some awesome tutorial videos (hundreds). I am learning from these!
There are java decompilers which can be used together with dex2jar. http://code.google.com/p/dex2jar/
To all programmers,
I am a Young fellow interested in getting into software development. However, I don't know where to begin.. There's C++, java, and python all supposedly good languages to learn (c++ being a bit harder). Which one should i choose.. then I need books, sites, any kind of help/suggestions on the chosen language.. Please enlighten me developers! You all do great work for the community and I thank you for your time and input!
if you are looking for Android
you need Android SDK + Jave eclipse those are important to develop for Android
and there is some more softwares here in the XDA
APKTOOL etc
if you wanna edit apk (XML) Hex Editor is your choise
this is what i know
I was thinking of development I am completely new so perhaps that is the best route to go?
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yup , 1st you have to know what is AndroidSDK , visit
code.google.com
and you'll get the basics
I started with vb, then c++, python, fortran, cobal, unix, and now java. Java is what Android apps run on. But vb will give you basic skills. c++ will teach you about everything else. My $.02
Thank you all for your posts now for another question! How did you learn? It looks like ill be messing with a little of all of them though it seems I may focus more on Java. Did you learn with a particular website? Prefered books? Thanks again!
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School and old programmers. I could not have learned it from reading a book.
I'm a rather persistent guy.. I think I could learn from a book and perhaps ask a few questions on hereshould the need arise. I have a few friends who have some knowledge as well on the subject. I think I can self teach myself I just need to know some of the sources others have used. like java for dummies if that's any good or for that matter a real book..
here
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hl-zzrqQoSE&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Head first Java is a good book for beginners.
If you have no prior experience in programming, I would recommend starting with Visual Basic. The Code Project website is an excellent resource.
And if you are going to start with Visual Basic, then the MSDN website will have tutorials, code examples, etc.
guys he is going to develop for android i (Think) , why the heck he needs visual basic for ? android app only can develop by AndroidSDK and ECLIPSE(JAVA)
visual basic its for pc apps though
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guys he is going to develop for android i (Think) , why the heck he needs visual basic for ? android app only can develop by AndroidSDK and ECLIPSE(JAVA)
visual basic its for pc apps though
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You start with basic cause it's just that, basic. Teaches you principle concepts. Things that you would already know if doing java. Taking a java class or reading a java book, they think you already know boolean logic. It's just a good base knowledge set to have.
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And if you are going to start with Visual Basic, then the MSDN website will have tutorials, code examples, etc.
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http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/vbasic/ms789056
That's right, forgot about that. Tons of free stuff
so what I'm getting is I should develop on pc first visual basic is a good starter. Interesting, Now I have a few sources on all of them except C++ which though I may not mess with it immediately I may take a peek at it anyways. Glad to know I have same people that know what their talking about helping me out! my friends have limited knowledge.
..and really enjoy designing both online and off. Is there a sort of "beginners" guide to making an Icon Pack App, and maybe a whole theme?
It may be way over my head to actually do this, but I would really enjoy trying. Any help, or advice much appreciated, Denise
PS I don't have a lot to spend on anything like this, but open to hearing what I would need. I do have software for designing, but no clue on how to make an actual App.
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..and really enjoy designing both online and off. Is there a sort of "beginners" guide to making an Icon Pack App, and maybe a whole theme?
It may be way over my head to actually do this, but I would really enjoy trying. Any help, or advice much appreciated, Denise
PS I don't have a lot to spend on anything like this, but open to hearing what I would need. I do have software for designing, but no clue on how to make an actual App.
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Since you have no experience creating apps the first thing you need to do is learn some java (or kotlin which is another programming language used for writing android apps). Without knowledge of java or kotlin everything else in your post would be irrelevant.
I create apps with java and is what I recommend since it'll be easier for you to find help and code samples.
I recommend finding a free java tutorial/course online. Here is a good place to start. They have free courses in both self paced or participate in a class.
https://www.class-central.com/
Good luck
GameTheory. said:
Since you have no experience creating apps the first thing you need to do is learn some java (or kotlin which is another programming language used for writing android apps). Without knowledge of java or kotlin everything else in your post would be irrelevant.
I create apps with java and is what I recommend since it'll be easier for you to find help and code samples.
I recommend finding a free java tutorial/course online. Here is a good place to start. They have free courses in both self paced or participate in a class.
https://www.class-central.com/
Good luck
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Thank you, I'll check it out.
I'm just getting into Android development , app development, and Web creations. I am taking courses through Microsoft and learning Android on my own. That's all great however there are things they just dont teach on there. Is there anyone out there that would give me some advice on where I can look to hone my skills and get into hacking some of these platforms and creating more practical apps that people actually need. I am interested in rooting Android devices I've tried a bunch successful a few times but I can't find the software I need to be proficient at it. Any pointers?
Jp2348 said:
I'm just getting into Android development , app development, and Web creations. I am taking courses through Microsoft and learning Android on my own. That's all great however there are things they just dont teach on there. Is there anyone out there that would give me some advice on where I can look to hone my skills and get into hacking some of these platforms and creating more practical apps that people actually need. I am interested in rooting Android devices I've tried a bunch successful a few times but I can't find the software I need to be proficient at it. Any pointers?
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hello and welcome, first off spend some time researching in here for
Jp2348 said:
I'm just getting into Android development , app development, and Web creations. I am taking courses through Microsoft and learning Android on my own. That's all great however there are things they just dont teach on there. Is there anyone out there that would give me some advice on where I can look to hone my skills and get into hacking some of these platforms and creating more practical apps that people actually need. I am interested in rooting Android devices I've tried a bunch successful a few times but I can't find the software I need to be proficient at it. Any pointers?
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Welcome aborad,
Try to locate your devices section and be prepared to deep read in order to find the jewels