Skip to content
  1. Online
  2. Coding

Introduction to Programming for Android Using Android Studio
Ratio

Summary

Price
Enquire to get more info on pricing
Study method
Distance + live classes
Duration
3 days · Full-time
Qualification
No formal qualification

Add to basket or enquire

Overview

The Introduction to Programming for Android Using Android Studio course is a hands-on program designed for Java developers and beginners interested in mobile development. It provides a solid foundation for building interactive and user-friendly Android applications using the industry-standard Android Studio IDE.

Throughout the course, learners explore the Android operating system architecture, development environment setup, user interface design, and application lifecycle management. You will gain practical experience creating views, layouts, and interactive components, handling intents, and supporting multiple screen sizes and languages. Lab exercises allow you to apply your knowledge by building real Android apps, testing them on emulators and devices, and debugging issues.

By the end of the course, participants will confidently navigate Android Studio, design XML-based layouts, implement activity lifecycles, manage resources, and understand core Android development principles, preparing them for further advanced Android programming or mobile development roles.

Description

This course offers a comprehensive introduction to Android app development using Android Studio. Designed for Java developers and beginners in mobile development, it focuses on teaching the skills needed to build functional, interactive Android applications with well-structured code and user-friendly interfaces.

The course begins with an overview of Android, covering its history, open-source nature, advantages, disadvantages, market share, and version distribution. You will learn to set up and navigate the Android Studio IDE, configure the SDK, create virtual devices, and run applications on both emulators and real devices.

Key Android architecture concepts are introduced, including the kernel, libraries, Android Runtime, application framework, and core components such as activities and services. Learners explore application fundamentals, including packaging, the manifest file, activity lifecycle, saving state, and the use of the Application class and context.

Practical GUI development is emphasized, teaching view hierarchies, programmatic and XML layout creation, and working with common widgets such as TextView, EditText, Buttons, CheckBoxes, RadioGroups, ToggleButtons, ImageViews, and RatingBars. Layout management concepts like LinearLayout, RelativeLayout, TableLayout, ScrollView, and HorizontalScrollView are covered to build adaptive user interfaces.

Resource management and localisation are explored, including handling multiple languages, alternate resource folders, and adapting apps to different screen sizes and orientations. You will learn how to use intents, intent filters, and pending intents to navigate and communicate between components. The course also covers fragments to support multiple screen sizes and Action Bar menus for enhanced navigation.

Throughout the program, lab exercises reinforce learning, including environment setup, building simple apps, UI development, activity lifecycle, using views, layout management, resources, localisation, intents, fragments, and implementing the Action Bar. By the end of the course, participants will have a strong foundation to continue developing Android applications and pursue careers in mobile development.

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for:

  • Java developers seeking to expand their skills into Android app development.
  • Beginners in mobile development wanting hands-on experience with Android Studio.
  • Students, career changers, or professionals interested in building interactive Android apps.
  • Anyone aiming to understand Android architecture, UI development, and activity lifecycle management.

Basic programming knowledge is helpful but not required, making this course accessible for those motivated to start developing mobile applications.

Requirements

  • Basic understanding of Java programming is recommended.
  • A computer capable of running Android Studio.
  • Willingness to engage in practical exercises using Android Studio.

No prior Android development experience is required.

Career path

Completing this course prepares learners for roles such as Android Developer, Junior Mobile App Developer, or Software Engineer. It also provides a foundation for advanced Android programming and mobile development careers.

Questions and answers

Reviews

Currently there are no reviews for this course. Be the first to leave a review.

Leave a review

Legal information

This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
View all
Similar subjects: Coding, Software engineering, IT
Related searches: Engineering courses, Online courses