Posted by reco | Posted in How To | Posted on 26-07-2010-05-2008
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Pro Android is the first book that includes coverage of the new Google Android 1.5 SDK (including the branch formerly called Cupcake). This essential book covers the fundamentals of building applications for embedded devices thru through to advanced concepts, such as, custom 3D components.
- Takes a pragmatic approach to developing Google Android applications.
- Examines the Android Virtual Device; the Input-Method Framework, special development considerations for touch screen vs. keyboard/traditional input, Voice Recognition, and Live Folders,
- Covers the Android media APIs (Media APIs, WI-FI APIs, etc), including the new simplified OpenGL, improved Media Framework and more.
With Android 1.5 and this book that includes Android 1.5 coverage, developersyou should will be able to build leading edge mobile applications ranging from Games to Google Apps like add-ons to Google Docs and more—no matter the device interface. Extend and run APIs of the new Google Chrome browser/WebOS on G1, G2 and other forthcoming next generation Google Phones and other Android enabled devices and Netbooks.
What you’ll learn
- What is Android and how to use Android to build Java-based mobile applications for Google Phones with touch screen or keyboard,thanks to Cupcake’s inclusion as of Android 1.5.
- Create applications that run on either or both touch and keyboard screens.
- How to design and architect a variety of mobile phone and device applications using Google’s Android SDK.
- Build Multimedia and even Game applications using Android’s Media APIs, improved Media Framework and Simplified OpenGL.
- How to use Android’s Location Based Services, Networking (WI-FI APIs) and Security.
Who is this book for?
This book is for professional software engineers/programmers looking to move their ideas and applications into the mobile space with Android. The author assumes the reader has a passable understanding of Java. They should be able to write classes and handle basic inheritance structures. This book also targets hobbyist developers looking to get their feet wet in the complex minefield of mobile software.
About the Apress Pro Series
The Apress Pro series books are practical, professional tutorials to keep you on and moving up the professional ladder.
You have gotten the job, now you need to hone your skills in these tough competitive times. The Apress Pro series expands your skills and expertise in exactly the areas you need. Master the content of a Pro book, and you will always be able to get the job done in a professional development project. Written by experts in their field, Pro series books from Apress give you the hard–won solutions to problems you will face in your professional programming career.
Price: $0.23
Posted by reco | Posted in How To | Posted on 16-06-2010-05-2008
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Pro Android 2 shows you how to build real-world and fun mobile applications using Google’s latest Android SDK. This new edition is fully updated for Android 2, covering everything from the fundamentals of building applications for embedded devices to advanced concepts such as custom 3D components, OpenGL, and touchscreens including gestures. While other Android development guides simply discuss topics, Pro Android 2 offers the combination of expert insight and real sample applications that work.
- Discover the design and architecture of the Android SDK through practical examples, and how to build mobile applications using the Android SDK.
- Explore and use the Android APIs, including those for media and Wi-Fi.
- Learn about Android 2’s integrated local and web search, handwriting gesture UI, Google Translate, and text-to-speech features.
Pro Android 2 dives deep, providing you with all the knowledge and techniques you need to build mobile applications ranging from games to Google apps, including add-ons to Google Docs. You’ll be able to extend and run the new Google Chrome APIs on the G1, the G2, and other next-generation Google phones and Android-enabled devices.
What you’ll learn
- How to use Android to build Java-based mobile applications for Google phones with a touch screen or keyboard (thanks to Cupcake’s inclusion as of Android 1.5)
- How to design and architect using Google’s latest Android SDK
- How to use the Android SDK to write mobile applications for embedded devices
- How to create 3D graphics with OpenGL and custom components
- How to build multimedia and game apps using Android’s Media APIs and OpenGL
- How to use Android’s location-based services, networking (Wi-Fi APIs), and security
- How to create and allow for more integrated local and web searches
- How to build handwriting gesture UIs
- How to incorporate Google Translate into your Android applications
Who is this book for?
This book is for professional software engineers/programmers looking to move their ideas and applications into the mobile space with Android. It assumes that readers have a passable understanding of Java, including being able to write classes and handle basic inheritance structures. This book also targets hobbyists.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introducing the Android Computing Platform…1
Chapter 2: Getting Your Feet Wet…25
Chapter 3: Using Resources, Content Providers, and Intents…57
Chapter 4: Building User Interfaces and Using Controls…123
Chapter 5: Working with Menus and Dialogs…171
Chapter 6: Unveiling 2D Animation…217
Chapter 7: Exploring Security and Location-Based Services…243
Chapter 8: Building and Consuming Services…289
Chapter 9: Using the Media Framework and Telephony APIs…327
Chapter 10: Programming 3D Graphics with OpenGL…363
Chapter 11: Managing and Organizing Preferences…421
Chapter 12: Exploring Live Folders…439
Chapter 13: Home Screen Widgets…457
Chapter 14: Android Search…491
Chapter 15: Exploring Text to Speech and Translate APIs…563
Chapter 16: Touchscreens…591
Chapter 17: Titanium Mobile: A WebKit-Based Approach to Android Development…627
Chapter 18: Working with Android Market…661
Chapter 19: Outlook and Resources…675
Check out the authors’ website, www.androidbook.com, for the latest updates and information.
Price: $11.98
