Distinguish between the imperative (Android View) and declarative (Jetpack Compose) approach
Explore the Compose app structure, UI elements, and core concepts like state and composition over inheritance
Enhance apps with animations, transitions and build for smartphones, tablets, and foldable devices
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Compose has caused a paradigm shift in Android development, introducing a variety of new concepts that are essential to an Android developer’s learning journey. It solves a lot of pain points associated with Android development and is touted to become the default way to building Android apps over the next few years. This second edition has been thoroughly updated to reflect all changes and additions that were made by Google since the initial stable release, and all examples are based on Material 3 (also called Material You). This book uses practical examples to help you understand the fundamental concepts of Jetpack Compose and how to use them when you are building your own Android applications. You’ll begin by getting an in-depth explanation of the declarative approach, along with its differences from and advantages over traditional user interface (UI) frameworks. Having laid this foundation, the next set of chapters take a practical approach to show you how to write your first composable function. The chapters will also help you master layouts, an important core component of every UI framework, and then move to more advanced topics such as animation, testing, and architectural best practices. By the end of this book, you’ll be able to write your own Android apps using Jetpack Compose and Material Design.

Who is this book for?

If you’re an Android developer with existing knowledge of the Kotlin programming language looking to learn how to build modern Android user interfaces using Jetpack Compose, then this book is for you. This book is not an introduction to Android development. You must have a basic understanding of how Android apps are developed using Android Studio.

What you will learn

Recognize the motivation behind Jetpack Compose
Gain an understanding of the core concepts of Jetpack Compose
Build a complete app using Jetpack Compose
Utilize Jetpack Compose inside existing Android applications
Test and debug apps that use Jetpack Compose
Understand Material Design and how it is implemented using Jetpack Compose
Write apps for different form factors
Bring your Compose UI to other platforms

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Warren W. Dixon Jul 03, 2024

Book is written based on Material3 so it is still current. Author is very detailed and the book is well written.

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Ifra Jan 28, 2024

This book is an excellent resource for Compose UI, offering a comprehensive overview of essential concepts. It's a great starting point for those embarking on their journey in learning Compose UI, providing foundational knowledge in an accessible format.

Ewald Horn Jan 21, 2024

Once again, Thomas gives us valuable insight, advice and practical guidance to getting the most out of Jetpack Compose. I really appreciate the explanations and code samples, especially because they are not just theoretical, but apply to real projects with little to no modification.

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Leke Dec 17, 2023

As an Android Engineer with over 5 years of actively building Android apps, l can say Jetpack Compose simplified the process of building UI when compared with XML layout. This book presents Jetpack Compose in an easy-to-follow, informative, and practical way for building Android apps using Jetpack Compose. Like every other UI kit, Jetpack Compose comes with its side effects. This book educates you on handling the twists and turns of Jetpack Compose while developing apps with it. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to switch to Jetpack Copose and deep dive into how it works.

Rafael A. Soto Dec 10, 2023

As an Android developer experienced with Views, I was looking for a good book to get me familiar enough with Jetpack Compose to put it into production. I chose Thomas Künneth's "Android UI Development with Jetpack Compose" and I can say it got me familiar quickly and with confidence.Learning a new UI framework can be challenging. Künneth's clear and concise writing makes Compose very approachable. He breaks down complex concepts into bite-sized pieces, allowing you to grasp the fundamentals quickly.Building a Solid Compose Foundation:Throughout the book, Künneth builds a strong foundation for understanding Compose's key principles, including composable functions and state management. This approach ensures you grasp the "why" behind Compose before tackling the "how."Learning by Doing:The book is filled with real-world examples that showcase Compose in action. These examples are well-structured and accompanied by detailed explanations, bridging the gap between theory and practice.The Perfect Companion:The book is packed with code snippets and illustrations, making the learning process engaging. Additionally, the practice exercises help to solidify your understanding and help you master important concepts.If you're an Android developer looking to learn Jetpack Compose but don't know where to start, this book is for you. Highly recommended!

Android UI Development with Jetpack Compose: Bring declarative and native UI to life quickly and easily on Android using Jetpack Compose and Kotlin , Second Edition

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