Android studio
To start with making an app a developer needs an Integrated Development Environment or IDE for writing the actual code. The best IDE for android of the Android Studio which comes directly from Google. In this UI the developer can write the code which is meant for the app. It is designed specifically for android and so it saves a lot of time while coding. The user interface is very simple which adds to the ease of usage.
Setting up
The starting up is one of the biggest challenges of android development as many people just leave it at the first step but if followed properly these steps could lead you to become a very good developer. This step involves getting the required programs to run Android Studio such as Java. The Java Development Kit is very important in order to build android apps. The developer also needs to familiarize himself with all the functions of the program in order to work better on it. SDK manager is one such function that needs to be properly understood.
Creating a project
When the above two steps are completed the third step is where the actual coding begins. In this step a new project is started from the start screen. The compiled package is called Android Package File or APK which has to be then uploaded in the Google Play Store. In this step the developer needs to decide which device the app is going to be developed for. The options such as lowest android version, activity, and other options that have to be selected to start the project. When completed the developer can finally write the code.
Writing the code
This is one of the toughest steps of the app development process. In this step the developer gets a basic app that says, “Hello World” and that is it, everything else has to be customised according to the preference of the developer. There are many lines of code to be written in order to make a well-functioning app. After the code has been generated the app can be run on a virtual device which in android is called as Android Virtual Device or AVD. By running in the virtual device all the functions can be seen and corrected accordingly.
Testing and uploading
This is the last step and as important as any of the above. This step involves testing of the app. No new app is perfect and it is through hours of testing after which it inches towards perfection. After the app has been made well working it is then uploaded to the Google play store for users to download and install. A developer’s work does not end after uploading as all the reviews have to be taken into consideration and the app is changed accordingly. Android app development seems very tough but in reality, it is a lot easier if enough time and resources are dedicated to it. We in App Mob follow the above basic steps and make your dream app a reality.
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