Hi,
I would like to start developing in Android version 1.5
Most of my experience is in VB/ASP applications and I have almost no knowledge in Java.
Which book(s) would you recommend for me?
Thanks.
The best book for learning Java is probably "Head First Java" by Kathy sierra and Bert Bates.
-Andy in Indy
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Hi, currently i am taking a C++ course in university. Just wondering if there is any C++ compilers that i can actually use in wm6 for programing? ( i hate carrying my huge laptop to school....)
Ya. thr is. I came across one but I cant remember. Just google for it.
http://mifki.ru/pocketgcc
Hey Guys, ive been a windows mobile user for a long time now and finally decided i want to take a swing at writing my own application. Ive taken Java and C in school but only a year of each so i know i have a lot of learning to do. Ive been looking around MSDN which has helped but i was wondering if anyone could recommend any where else or any resources that could help me. I have some great ideas for applications and really want to see them come light.
Thanks in advanced
Darthfroggy
You have learned Java and C, which is good, but what language are you looking to develop in?
I am more proficient in C# .net CF [3.5] than I am in C++, but I am learning C++. I would say that if anything has helped me, it is looking through the samples that come with the SDK like they are bibles [sorry for the religious reference]. Also, treat Google like your best friend!
If you EVER need help, I would LOVE to help you out. I also don't mind sharing the sources to a good deal of my applications that I have already developed!
Good Luck!
I am currently a freshman in college studying Computer Science, as all you guys know, Freshman year is English, keyboarding,Math, etc. I can't wait to start learning languages and how to develop, so I am thinking about buying books of language so I can learn faster, my question is what would you guys recommend to get into developing faster, Java???Html?? thanks for answering, and if you guys know of any book that would help me learn , thanks a lot guys
i think if you're starting to learn to program at this age it's a little late
in any CompSci program you will most likely be exposed to at least one class of the major languages. java, c++ and visual basic will most likely be a part of it.
unless you attend Google U, Android wont likely be a language they teach you. but since, as I understand it, most android is based off linux and programmed in java, that should be your start!
good luck in college.
Hello, I was wondering if someone can steer me the right direction in terms of starting development.
I have no previous programming/development experience whatsoever. I am a somewhat computer nerd but never found the time to get into the developing arena.
Now that I am out of college and have A LOT of time on my hands I want to focus on this because I would absolutely love developing.
I need to know EVERYTHING there is to know about developing for android; for apps and creating roms. What books I need to buy to get everything down? What programs or tutorials? I am very serious about this, someone please help me and tell me all there is to know about accomplishing this goal and where to begin.
Thanks, much appreciated!
Since you mentioned you have no programming experience.. There's three important coding styles you need to master for android.. XML, Java and C/C++. The best way is to write some beginner programs available on the Internet.
In addition to coding, you need to become comfortable with the linux tool set. If you don't already, running a linux distribution will help you learn the environment. I suggest Ubuntu, debian, or gentoo.
I don't mean to make this sound intimidating.. but developing isn't an overnight thing.. a lot of people on these forums learn as they go but have a decent amount of experience with one of these aspects. Many of us are CS or EE/ECE students or grads..
Sam's Teach Yourself Android Development in 24 hours is the book i've been messing with for a couple weeks, very helpful. I got it as a pdf
In the Chef Central -> Android forum of this site, cyanogen has a stickied thread that you need to read.
I am starting from scratch. I've taken an introductory Visual Basic course in college thus far, as far as any sort of "programming" might go. So, pretty much scratch.
I've read around that learning Java and C++ is a good way to begin.
But, how should I go about that? I'd prefer not to take courses, as those cost money, which I'm a bit lacking in.
Any websites anyone recommends for tutorials on either?
Any recommended books?
If using old books, do those work just fine? Say, using a book based on Java 5. Are there that many new features implemented in Java 6 that I should make sure I seek out a Java 6 book instead of an older, yet at the library, Java 5 book?
Really, any helpful information that anyone can provide about how to go about it. Yes, I could just go out and blindly learn either topic, but I do trust the seasoned developers that are here, especially in the Evo forum!
Thanks for any and all help ahead of time.
Java's what you need to know. Unless you're getting into lower level development (apps using the NDK, or kernels/system level stuff), you won't need C++. Regular android development is done using Java. It gets compiled a little differently than Java, but the language itself is Java.
Once you've got a core understanding of Java, developer.android.com has articles and the SDK documentation.