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Mastering Kotlin for Android 14
Mastering Kotlin for Android 14

Mastering Kotlin for Android 14: Build powerful Android apps from scratch using Jetpack libraries and Jetpack Compose

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Mastering Kotlin for Android 14

Get Started with Kotlin Android Development

Kotlin is a static programming language that allows you to write concise and typed code. It’s the language preferred for Android development by Google.

In this chapter, we’ll get to know Kotlin as a programming language. We will cover features that are useful for Android development and their importance for Android developers. Additionally, we’ll cover how to migrate from Java to Kotlin and some useful tips for developers coming from Java backgrounds.

In this chapter, we’re going to cover the following main topics:

  • Introduction to Kotlin
  • Kotlin syntax, types, functions, and classes
  • Migrating from Java to Kotlin
  • Kotlin features for Android developers

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  • Apply best practices and industry-essential skills used by Google Developer Experts
  • Find out how to publish, monitor, and improve your app metrics on the Google Play Store
  • Learn how to debug issues, detect leaks, inspect network calls, and inspect your app’s local database
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Written with the best practices, this book will help you master Kotlin and use its powerful language features, libraries, tools, and APIs to elevate your Android apps. As you progress, you'll use Jetpack Compose and Material Design 3 to build UIs for your app, explore how to architect and improve your app architecture, and use Jetpack Libraries like Room and DataStore to persist your data locally. Using a step-by-step approach, this book will teach you how to debug issues in your app, detect leaks, inspect network calls fired by your app, and inspect your Room database. You'll also add tests to your apps to detect and address code smells. Toward the end, you’ll learn how to publish apps to the Google Play Store and see how to automate the process of deploying consecutive releases using GitHub actions, as well as learn how to distribute test builds to Firebase App Distribution. Additionally, the book covers tips on how to increase user engagement. By the end of this Kotlin book, you’ll be able to develop market-ready apps, add tests to their codebase, address issues, and get them in front of the right audience.

Who is this book for?

If you’re an aspiring Android developer or an Android developer working with Java, then this book is for you. Basic Java programming skills are a must if you want to fully utilize the techniques and best practices showcased in this book.

What you will learn

  • Build beautiful, responsive, and accessible UIs with Jetpack Compose
  • Explore various app architectures and find out how you can improve them
  • Perform code analysis and add unit and instrumentation tests to your apps
  • Publish, monitor, and improve your apps in the Google Play Store
  • Perform long-running operations with WorkManager and persist data in your app
  • Use CI/CD with GitHub Actions and distribute test builds with Firebase App Distribution
  • Find out how to add linting and static checks on CI/CD pipelines
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Table of Contents

21 Chapters
Part 1: Building Your App Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 1: Get Started with Kotlin Android Development Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 2: Creating Your First Android App Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 3: Jetpack Compose Layout Basics Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 4: Design with Material Design 3 Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Part 2: Using Advanced Features Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 5: Architect Your App Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 6: Network Calls with Kotlin Coroutines Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 7: Navigating within Your App Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 8: Persisting Data Locally and Doing Background Work Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 9: Runtime Permissions Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Part 3: Code Analysis and Tests Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 10: Debugging Your App Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 11: Enhancing Code Quality Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 12: Testing Your App Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Part 4: Publishing Your App Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 13: Publishing Your App Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 14: Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 15: Improving Your App Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Index Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Other Books You May Enjoy Chevron down icon Chevron up icon

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I rarely find the time to read a book cover-to-cover but I made time to read this entire book. This is the perfect book to get you quickly up to speed on the latest Kotlin/Android topics, especially Jetpack Compose. It hits on every topic you would need to know to be a great Android developer using the latest Android frameworks and tools. I found it best to reference the official Android documentation while reading this book to dive deeper into certain topics as there is no way to fit all that information into one book. I definitely recommend this book!
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This book contains anything needed for developers who are looking to learn or advance their development skill by reading or applying what they are learning. I have been a developer for more than 10 years and I can assure you that if a new person or a developer with experience reads and applies the knowledge found from this book, they will be able to get in line with the latest technology developers are using in the field the moment I posted this comment.This is a good book to read. I like to follow the reading and while I read I also apply what I get from the reading just as it. Developers can do the same with this book and later apply the knowledge to their real life project.
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You should check out this book if you are interested in improving your Android app development skills- I enjoyed Harun's book on Android application development.- The book covers almost all the major topics, including design, best practices, and publishing on the app store.- You can use this book whether you're an experienced developer, a seasonal employee, or a junior developer.- With a little knowledge of Java, this book will help you get started learning Kotlin app development.
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Harun Wangereka's "Mastering Kotlin for Android 14" is a must-read for Android developers eager to leverage Kotlin and the latest Jetpack libraries, including Jetpack Compose. This book excels in providing a clear, structured, and hands-on approach to building robust Android applications from scratch. Wangereka's expertise shines through as he guides readers from the basics of Kotlin to advanced topics such as MVVM architecture and performance optimization. The book's practical examples and exercises reinforce learning and ensure that developers can implement the concepts effectively. Staying current with Android 14 updates, it equips readers with modern techniques and best practices, making it a comprehensive resource for both beginners and experienced developers. Wangereka’s engaging writing and thorough coverage make "Mastering Kotlin for Android 14" an invaluable tool for mastering Android app development. Highly recommended for anyone looking to create powerful, efficient, and modern Android applications.
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