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Thriving in Android Development Using Kotlin

You're reading from   Thriving in Android Development Using Kotlin A project-based guide to using the latest Android features for developing production-grade apps

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Product type Paperback
Published in Jul 2024
Publisher Packt
ISBN-13 9781837631292
Length 410 pages
Edition 1st Edition
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Table of Contents (15) Chapters Close

Preface 1. Part 1:Creating WhatsPackt, a Messaging App FREE CHAPTER
2. Chapter 1: Building the UI for Your Messaging App 3. Chapter 2: Setting Up WhatsPackt’s Messaging Abilities 4. Chapter 3: Backing Up Your WhatsPackt Messages 5. Part 2:Creating Packtagram, a Photo Media App
6. Chapter 4: Building the Packtagram UI 7. Chapter 5: Creating a Photo Editor Using CameraX 8. Chapter 6: Adding Video and Editing Functionality to Packtagram 9. Part 3:Creating Packtflix, a Video Media App
10. Chapter 7: Starting a Video Streaming App and Adding Authentication 11. Chapter 8: Adding Media Playback to Packtflix with ExoPlayer 12. Chapter 9: Extending Video Playback in Your Packtflix App 13. Index 14. Other Books You May Enjoy

Understanding the basics of ExoPlayer

ExoPlayer stands as a significant advancement over Android’s basic MediaPlayer, offering a level of flexibility, customization, and support for advanced streaming formats that MediaPlayer simply cannot match. This superiority makes ExoPlayer the go-to choice for developers needing robust, feature-rich media playback capabilities in their applications.

One of ExoPlayer’s most compelling advantages is its adaptability. Unlike the relatively static MediaPlayer, ExoPlayer can be easily adapted and extended to suit specific application needs. Its modular architecture allows developers to include only the components they need, reducing the app’s overall size. Furthermore, ExoPlayer’s customization options extend to its user interface, with the ability to create custom controls and layouts that seamlessly integrate with the rest of the application’s design. This adaptability ensures that developers can craft a unique...

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