Hello, Android - Introducing Google’s Mobile Development Platform

Hello, Android. Introducing Google’s Mobile Development Platform

Author : Ed Burnette

Android is a new open source software toolkit for mobile phones that was created by Google and the Open Handset Alliance. In a few years, it’s expected to be found in millions of cell phones and other mobile devices, making Android a major platform for application developers.
Whether you’re a hobbyist or a professional programmer, whether you are doing it for fun or for profit, it’s time to learn more about developing for Android. This book will help you get started.

Contents :

Acknowledgments

Introducing Android

Quick Start

Installing the Tools

Creating Your First Program

Running on the Emulator

Running on a Real Phone

Fast-Forward >>

Key Concepts

The Big Picture

It’s Alive!