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ou may think developing your own Android app is difficult, but Android studio allows even novices to develop apps. Follow these steps to bring your idea to life and get downloads.
Download Android Studio
The Android studio app can be downloaded and it will talk you through the necessary steps. It’s useful to have a basic understanding of Java or be willing to look things up. For beginners that aren’t very good with coding, Basic4Android allows you to design your app with basic language.
Setting Up
You must have the Java Development Kit to interpret and compile your code. The developer is easy to use and the best part is it does everything for you. If Android tells you you’re missing something then get to grips with the SDK manager.
Starting Your Project
You can bring your idea to life by clicking the “Start a New Android Project” button. Add your company domain along with the name you’ll be using for the app and you’re ready to start work.
It’s best to use dropbox when saving your code, because you can be guaranteed it won’t get lost. You’ll then need to decide if the app is for phone, tablet, TV or all platforms. Now it’s time to design how your app looks and details like the menu.
Adding Things
On the left you’ll see a directory tree which has a phone icon saying “hello world!”. This is the easiest way to add things to your app as Android does it for you.
The Layout
When designing your layout you’ll have access to several widgets you can add to your app. Once you’ve designed the layout, you can run the app to see if it works. Once you’ve gone through the basics of App design, you’ll be able to develop more complex apps but it’s always best to start at a novice level.
