Android wireless application development
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Table of Contents
Machine generated contents note: Who Should Read This Book
Key Questions Answered in This Volume
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Supplementary Materials Available
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Conventions Used in This Book
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I. An Overview of the Android Platform
1. Introducing Android
A Brief History of Mobile Software Development
Way Back When
"The Brick"
Wireless Application Protocol (WAP)
Proprietary Mobile Platforms
The Open Handset Alliance
Google Goes Wireless
Forming the Open Handset Alliance
Manufacturers: Designing Android Devices
Mobile Operators: Delivering the Android Experience
Apps Drive Device Sales: Developing Android Applications
Taking Advantage of All Android Has to Offer
The Android Marketplace: Where We're at Now
Android Platform Differences
Android: A Next-Generation Platform.
Contents note continued: Free and Open Source
Familiar and Inexpensive Development Tools
Reasonable Learning Curve for Developers
Enabling Development of Powerful Applications
Rich, Secure Application Integration
No Costly Obstacles to Publication
A "Free Market" for Applications
A Growing Platform
The Android Platform
Android's Underlying Architecture
Security and Permissions
Developing Android Applications
Summary
References and More Information
2. Setting Up Your Android Development Environment
Configuring Your Development Environment
Configuring Your Operating System for Device Debugging
Configuring Your Android Hardware for Debugging
Upgrading the Android SDK
Problems with the Android Software Development Kit
Exploring the Android SDK
Understanding the Android SDK License Agreement
Reading the Android SDK Documentation
Exploring the Core Android Application Framework
Exploring the Core Android Tools.
Contents note continued: Exploring the Android Sample Applications
Summary
References and More Information
3. Writing Your First Android Application
Testing Your Development Environment
Adding the Snake Project to Your Eclipse Workspace
Creating an Android Virtual Device (AVD) for Your Snake Project
Creating a Launch Configuration for Your Snake Project
Running the Snake Application in the Android Emulator
Building Your First Android Application
Creating and Configuring a New Android Project
Core Files and Directories of the Android Application
Creating an AVD for Your Project
Creating a Launch Configuration for Your Project
Running Your Android Application in the Emulator
Debugging Your Android Application in the Emulator
Adding Logging Support to Your Android Application
Adding Some Media Support to Your Application
Debugging Your Application on the Hardware
Summary
References and More Information.
Contents note continued: 4. Mastering the Android Development Tools
Using the Android Documentation
Leveraging the Android Emulator
Viewing Application Log Data with LogCat
Debugging Applications with DDMS
Using Android Debug Bridge (ADB)
Using the Resource Editors and UI Designer
Using the Android Hierarchy Viewer
Launching the Hierarchy Viewer
Working in Layout View Mode
Optimizing Your User Interface
Working in Pixel Perfect Mode
Working with Nine-Patch Stretchable Graphics
Working with Other Android Tools
Summary
References and More Information
II. Android Application Basics
5. Understanding the Anatomy of an Android Application
Mastering Important Android Terminology
Using the Application Context
Retrieving the Application Context
Using the Application Context
Performing Application Tasks with Activities
The Lifecycle of an Android Activity
Organizing Activity Components with Fragments.
Contents note continued: Managing Activity Transitions with Intents
Transitioning Between Activities with Intents
Organizing Application Navigation with Activities and Intents
Working with Services
Receiving and Broadcasting Intents
Summary
References and More Information
6. Defining Your Application Using the Android Manifest File
Configuring Android Applications Using the Android Manifest File
Editing the Android Manifest File
Managing Your Application's Identity
Versioning Your Application
Setting the Application Name and Icon
Enforcing Application System Requirements
Targeting Specific SDK Versions
Enforcing Application Platform Requirements
Working with External Libraries
Other Application Configuration Settings and Filters
Registering Activities in the Android Manifest
Designating a Primary Entry Point Activity for Your Application Using an Intent Filter
Configuring Other Intent Filters.
Contents note continued: Registering Other Application Components
Working with Permissions
Registering Permissions Your Application Requires
Registering Permissions Your Application Enforces
Exploring Other Manifest File Settings
Summary
References and More Information
7. Managing Application Resources
What Are Resources?
Storing Application Resources
Resource Value Types
Accessing Resources Programmatically
Setting Simple Resource Values Using Eclipse
Working with Different Types of Resources
Working with String Resources
Using String Resources as Format Strings
Working with String Arrays
Working with Boolean Resources
Working with Integer Resources
Working with Colors
Working with Dimensions
Working with Simple Drawables
Working with Images
Working with Animation
Working with Menus
Working with XML Files
Working with Raw Files
References to Resources
Working with Layouts.
Contents note continued: Referencing System Resources
Summary
References and More Information
III. Android User Interface Design Essentials
8. Exploring User Interface Screen Elements
Introducing Android Views and Layouts
Introducing the Android View
Introducing the Android Controls
Introducing the Android Layout
Displaying Text to Users with TextView
Configuring Layout and Sizing
Creating Contextual Links in Text
Retrieving Data from Users with EditText
Retrieving Text Input Using EditText Controls
Constraining User Input with Input Filters
Helping the User with Autocompletion
Giving Users Choices Using Spinner Controls
Allowing Simple User Selections with Buttons, Check Boxes, Switches, and Radio Groups
Using Basic Buttons
Using CheckBox and ToggleButton Controls
Using RadioGroup and RadioButton
Retrieving Dates and Times from Users
Using Indicators to Display Data to Users.
Contents note continued: Indicating Progress with ProgressBar
Adjusting Progress with SeekBar
Displaying Rating Data with RatingBar
Showing Time Passage with the Chronometer
Displaying the Time
Summary
References and More Information
9. Designing User Interfaces with Layouts
Creating User Interfaces in Android
Creating Layouts Using XML Resources
Creating Layouts Programmatically
Organizing Your User Interface
Using ViewGroup Subclasses for Layout Design
Using ViewGroup Subclasses as View Containers
Using Built-in Layout Classes
Using FrameLayout
Using LinearLayout
Using RelativeLayout
Using TableLayout
Using GridLayout
Using Multiple Layouts on a Screen
Using Container Control Classes
Using Data-Driven Containers
Organizing Screens with Tabs
Adding Scrolling Support
Exploring Other View Containers
Summary
References and More Information
10. Working with Fragments
Understanding Fragments.
Contents note continued: Understanding the Fragment Lifecycle
Working with Special Types of Fragments
Designing Fragment-Based Applications
Using the Android Support Package
Adding Fragment Support to Legacy Applications
Using Fragments in New Applications Targeting Older Platforms
Linking the Android Support Package to Your Project
Summary
References and More Information
11. Working with Dialogs
Choosing Your Dialog Implementation
Exploring the Different Types of Dialogs
Working with Dialogs: The Legacy Method
Tracing the Lifecycle of a Dialog
Working with Custom Dialogs
Working with Dialogs: The Fragment Method
Summary
References and More Information
IV. Android Application Design Essentials
12. Using Android Preferences
Working with Application Preferences
Determining When Preferences Are Appropriate
Storing Different Types of Preference Values
Creating Private Preferences for Use by a Single Activity.
Contents note continued: Creating Shared Preferences for Use by Multiple Activities
Searching and Reading Preferences
Adding, Updating, and Deleting Preferences
Reacting to Preference Changes
Finding Preferences Data on the Android File System
Creating Manageable User Preferences
Creating a Preference Resource File
Using the PreferenceActivity Class
Summary
References and More Information
13. Working with Files and Directories
Working with Application Data on the Device
Practicing Good File Management
Understanding Android File Permissions
Working with Files and Directories
Exploring with the Android Application Directories
Working with Other Directories and Files on the Android File System
Summary
References and More Information
14. Using Content Providers
Exploring Android's Content Providers
Using the MediaStore Content Provider
Using the CallLog Content Provider
Using the Browser Content Provider.
Contents note continued: Using the CalendarContract Content Provider
Using the UserDictionary Content Provider
Using the VoicemailContract Content Provider
Using the Settings Content Provider
Using the Contacts Content Providers
Modifying Content Providers Data
Adding Records
Updating Records
Deleting Records
Using Third-Party Content Providers
Summary
References and More Information
15. Designing Compatible Applications
Maximizing Application Compatibility
Designing User Interfaces for Compatibility
Working with Fragments
Leveraging the Android Support Package
Supporting Specific Screen Types
Working with Nine-Patch Stretchable Graphics
Using the Working Square Principle
Providing Alternative Application Resources
Understanding How Resources Are Resolved
Organizing Alternative Resources with Qualifiers
Providing Resources for Different Orientations
Using Alternative Resources Programmatically.
Contents note continued: Organizing Application Resources Efficiently
Targeting Tablets, TVs, and Other New Devices
Targeting Tablet Devices
Targeting Google TV Devices
Summary
References and More Information
V. Publishing and Distributing Android Applications
16. The Android Software Development Process
An Overview of the Mobile Development Process
Choosing a Software Methodology
Understanding the Dangers of Waterfall Approaches
Understanding the Value of Iteration
Gathering Application Requirements
Determining Project Requirements
Developing Use Cases for Mobile Applications
Incorporating Third-Party Requirements
Managing a Device Database
Assessing Project Risks
Identifying Target Devices
Acquiring Target Devices
Determining the Feasibility of Application Requirements
Understanding Quality Assurance Risks
Writing Essential Project Documentation
Developing Test Plans for Quality Assurance Purposes.
Contents note continued: Providing Documentation Required by Third Parties
Providing Documentation for Maintenance and Porting
Leveraging Configuration Management Systems
Choosing a Source Control System
Implementing an Application Version System That Works
Designing Mobile Applications
Understanding Mobile Device Limitations
Exploring Common Mobile Application Architectures
Designing for Extensibility and Maintenance
Designing for Application Interoperability
Developing Mobile Applications
Testing Mobile Applications
Deploying Mobile Applications
Determining Target Markets
Supporting and Maintaining Mobile Applications
Track and Address Crashes Reported by Users
Testing Firmware Upgrades
Maintaining Adequate Application Documentation
Managing Live Server Changes
Identifying Low-Risk Porting Opportunities
Summary
References and More Information
17. Designing and Developing Bulletproof Android Applications.
Contents note continued: Best Practices in Designing Bulletproof Mobile Applications
Meeting Mobile Users' Demands
Designing User Interfaces for Mobile Devices
Designing Stable and Responsive Mobile Applications
Designing Secure Mobile Applications
Designing Mobile Applications for Maximum Profit
Leveraging Third-Party Quality Standards
Designing Mobile Applications for Ease of Maintenance and Upgrades
Leveraging Android Tools for Application Design
Avoiding Silly Mistakes in Android Application Design
Best Practices in Developing Bulletproof Mobile Applications
Designing a Development Process That Works for Mobile Development
Testing the Feasibility of Your Application Early and Often
Using Coding Standards, Reviews, and Unit Tests to Improve Code Quality
Handling Defects Occurring on a Single Device
Leveraging Android Tools for Development
Avoiding Silly Mistakes in Android Application Development
Summary.
Contents note continued: References and More Information
18. Testing Android Applications
Best Practices in Testing Mobile Applications
Designing a Mobile Application Defect Tracking System
Managing the Testing Environment
Maximizing Testing Coverage
Leveraging Android Tools for Android Application Testing
Avoiding Silly Mistakes in Android Application Testing
Summary
References and More Information
19. Publishing Your Android Application
Choosing the Right Distribution Model
Protecting Your Intellectual Property
Billing the User
Packaging Your Application for Publication
Preparing Your Code for Packaging
Packing and Signing Your Application
Testing the Release Version of Your Application Package
Distributing Your Application
Publishing on the Android Market
Signing Up for a Developer Account on the Android Market
Uploading Your Application to the Android Market
Uploading Application Marketing Assets.
Contents note continued: Configuring Application Listing Details
Configuring Application Publishing Options
Configuring Application Contact and Consent Information
Publishing Your Application on the Android Market
Managing Your Application on the Android Market
Publishing Using Other Alternatives
Self-Publishing Your Application
Summary
References and More Information
VI. Appendixes
A. The Android Emulator Quick-Start Guide
Simulating Reality: The Emulator's Purpose
Working with Android Virtual Devices (AVDs)
Using the Android Virtual Device Manager
Creating an AVD
Launching the Emulator with a Specific AVD
Maintaining Emulator Performance
Configuring Emulator Startup Options
Launching an Emulator to Run an Application
Launching an Emulator from the Android Virtual Device Manager
Configuring the GPS Location of the Emulator
Calling Between Two Emulator Instances
Messaging between Two Emulator Instances.
Contents note continued: Interacting with the Emulator through the Console
Using the Console to Simulate Incoming Calls
Using the Console to Simulate SMS Messages
Using the Console to Send GPS Coordinates
Using the Console to Monitor Network Status
Using the Console to Manipulate Power Settings
Using Other Console Commands
Enjoying the Emulator
Understanding Emulator Limitations
References and More Information
B. The Android DDMS Quick-Start Guide
Using DDMS with Eclipse and as a Standalone Application
Getting Up to Speed Using Key Features of DDMS
Working with Processes, Threads, and the Heap
Attaching a Debugger to an Android Application
Stopping a Process
Monitoring Thread Activity of an Android Application
Monitoring Heap Activity
Prompting Garbage Collection
Creating and Using an HPROF File
Using the Allocation Tracker
Working with the File Explorer
Browsing the File System of an Emulator or Device.
Contents note continued: Copying Files from the Emulator or Device
Copying Files to the Emulator or Device
Deleting Files on the Emulator or Device
Working with the Emulator Control
Simulating Incoming Voice Calls
Simulating Incoming SMS Messages
Sending a Location Fix
Taking Screen Captures of the Emulator and Device Screens
Working with Application Logging
C. Eclipse IDE Tips and Tricks
Organizing Your Eclipse Workspace
Integrating with Source Control Services
Repositioning Tabs within Perspectives
Maximizing Windows
Minimizing Windows
Viewing Windows, Side by Side
Viewing Two Sections of the Same File
Closing Unwanted Tabs
Keeping Windows Under Control
Creating Custom Log Filters
Searching Your Project
Organizing Eclipse Tasks
Writing Code in Java
Using Autocomplete
Creating New Classes and Methods
Organizing Imports
Formatting Code
Renaming Almost Anything
Refactoring Code.
Contents note continued: Reorganizing Code
Using QuickFix
Providing Javadoc-Style Documentation
Resolving Mysterious Build Errors.
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Format
Book
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xxii, 511 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Language
English
Notes
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Includes index.
General Note
V. 1. Android essentials.
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Citations
APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Darcey, L., & Conder, S. (2012). Android wireless application development (3rd ed.). Addison-Wesley.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Darcey, Lauren, 1977- and Shane Conder. 2012. Android Wireless Application Development. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Addison-Wesley.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Darcey, Lauren, 1977- and Shane Conder. Android Wireless Application Development Upper Saddle River, NJ: Addison-Wesley, 2012.
Harvard Citation (style guide)Darcey, L. and Conder, S. (2012). Android wireless application development. 3rd ed. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Addison-Wesley.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Darcey, Lauren, and Shane Conder. Android Wireless Application Development 3rd ed., Addison-Wesley, 2012.
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