About this course: This course introduces you to the design and implementation of Android applications for mobile devices. You will develop an app from scratch, assuming a basic knowledge of Java, and learn how to set up Android Studio, work with various Activities and create simple user interfaces to make your apps run smoothly.
Created by: University of Maryland, College Park
Taught by: Dr. Adam Porter, Professor
Computer Science
| Language | English, Subtitles: Portuguese (Brazilian) |
| How To Pass | Pass all graded assignments to complete the course. |
| User Ratings |
Syllabus
WEEK 1
Android Platform and Development Environment
4 videos
- Video: Overview
- Video: Introduction to the Android Platform
- Video: The Android Development Environment - Part 1
- Video: The Android Development Environment - Part 2
Graded: Android Platform and Development Environment
Graded: Lab - Learn to Submit
Graded: Lab - Development Environment
WEEK 2
Application Fundamentals and the Activity Class
7 videos
- Video: Application Fundamentals - Part 1
- Video: Application Fundamentals - Part 2
- Video: The Activity Class - Part 1
- Video: The Activity Class - Part 2
- Video: Introduction to Amazon Guest Lecture - AppStores and Free Ebook
- Video: Introduction to Amazon Guest Lecture - App Monetization
- Video: Preview - Programming Mobile Services for Android Handheld Systems
Graded: Application Fundamentals and the Activity Class
Graded: Lab - The Activity Class
WEEK 3
Intents, Permissions, and Fragments
5 videos
- Video: The Intent Class - Part 1
- Video: The Intent Class - Part 2
- Video: Permissions
- Video: The Fragment Class - Part 1
- Video: The Fragment Class - Part 2
Graded: Intents, Permissions, and Fragments
Graded: Lab - Intents
Graded: Lab - Permission
Graded: Lab - Fragments
WEEK 4
User Interface Classes
5 videos
- Video: User Interface Classes - Part 1
- Video: User Interface Classes - Part 2
- Video: User Interface Classes - Part 3
- Video: User Interface Classes - Part 4
- Video: Part 1 Closing
Graded: User Interface Classes
Graded: Lab - User Interface Classes
WEEK 5
Build From Scratch Assignment
Graded: Modern Art UI
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The University of Maryland is the state's flagship university and one of the nation's preeminent public research universities. A global leader in research, entrepreneurship and innovation, the university is home to more than 37,000 students, 9,000 faculty and staff, and 250 academic programs. Its faculty includes three Nobel laureates, three Pulitzer Prize winners, 47 members of the national academies and scores of Fulbright scholars. The institution has a $1.8 billion operating budget, secures $500 million annually in external research funding and recently completed a $1 billion fundraising campaign.
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Interactive tutorials with nice assignments, 4 hours per week is minimum necessary in order to pass this course!
little bit slow and simple, part 2 is better, but still a must!
Learned the basics of Android Programming, will embark to the next part. Kudos!
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Very good and clear explanation