Android™ Application Development (AND401)

Specialized training, Android

This is a five-day course that provides the required knowledge and skills to design and build a complete Android™ application. It delivers an extensive training on the main Android API components and its interactions. This course is mapped to AND-401 exam.

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Course content:

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  • Hello Android Framework
    1. Introduction
    2. Creating an Android Project
    3. Within Eclipse
    4. From Command line
    5. Running Your Application
    6. Running you project on the emulator
    7. Components of an Android application
    8. Application Life-cycle
    9. Modifying created project
    10. Change activity’s name
  • Android SDK Tools and Activity Class
    1. Android Software Layers
    2. Linux kernel
    3. C/C++ Libraries
    4. Android Runtime
    5. Application Framework
    6. Application layer
    7. Android Libraries
    8. The Android Manifest File
    9. Structure of the Manifest File
    10. Android SDK Tools
    11. Activity life-cycle through Java
    12. Create an Activity
    13. Methods to remember
  • ListActivity and ListView
    1. Introduction
    2. Views
    3. Using Views
    4. Adding a View to your application
    5. List Views and List Activity
    6. Using a ListActivity
    7. Adding ListView
    8. Add Event to List Items
    9. Summary
    10. Methods to remember
  • Intents and Intent filters
    1. Introduction
    2. Intents
    3. Explicit Intents
    4. Implicit Intents
    5. Native Android Actions
    6. Data Transfer
    7. Intent to Call Activities
    8. Direct calls
    9. Sub-activities: Calling Activities for Results
    10. Register an IntentFilter
    11. Methods to remember
  • Custom Views
    1. Introduction
    2. Different Uses of Customized Views
    3. Modify Existing Views
    4. Step by Step
    5. What is in onDraw()
    6. The full picture
  • Dialogs and Toasts
    1. Dialogs
    2. Dialog sub-classes
    3. Creating dialogs with user-defined layout
    4. Activities with Dialog Theme
    5. Toasts
    6. Methods to remember
  • More UI - Options Menu, Context Menu, and WebView
    1. Introduction
    2. Menus
    3. Building a menu from Java code
    4. Building a menu from a resource file
    5. Handle Select Events
    6. Sub-menus
    7. Context Menus
    8. Handling Context Menu Selection
    9. Additional Menu Item options
    10. Checkboxes and Radio Buttons
    11. Shortcut Keys
    12. Condensed Titles
    13. Menu Item Click Listener
    14. Intents
    15. WebView
    16. Methods to remember
    17. Practical Exercise
  • Android Storage: Network, File I/O, and SharedPreferences
    1. Android Storage Options
    2. Shared Preferences
    3. Internal Storage
    4. SQLite Databases
    5. Network Connection
    6. Connecting to the internet
    7. File I/O
    8. Including files as resources
    9. Shared Preferences
    10. Retrieving Shared Preferences
    11. Save activity state
  • Android Storage: SQLite and Content Providers
    1. Introduction
    2. SQLite in your application
    3. SQLite library
    4. SQLiteOpenHelper
    5. SQLiteDatabase
    6. Cursors
    7. Databases in Android
    8. Native Android Content Providers
    9. Methods to remember
  • Android Notifications
    1. Introduction
    2. Creating a notification
    3. Notification actions
    4. Example: NotificationManager
    5. Summary
Prerequisites:
For a best learning experience and a quick start with this course, a trainee is required to have adequate knowledge of the content of “Java Fundamentals for Android Development” course. Previous knowledge and experience of any programming language is considered sufficient.
Recommended previous course:
Java – Introduction to Programming (JAV1)
Recommended follow-up course:
Android™ Security Essentials (AND402)
Schedule:
3 days (9:00-17:00)
Price per person:
596.00 € ( 721.16 € incl. 21% VAT)

Training and learning environment

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What does the environment for in-person IT courses look like?We hold training courses in our own classrooms equipped with modern computer equipment for each participant and a large projection screen. Each workstation is fitted with a powerful computer for seamless practical exercises, and the environment supports a calm, friendly atmosphere during training.
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Do I need to bring my own laptop to the classroom IT course?Our training rooms are fully equipped, so you do not need to bring your own laptop. A modern computer with all necessary hardware and software is ready for you at your workstation.
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Will you receive an official certificate after completing an IT course?Yes, upon successful completion of the training course, you will receive an official ICT Pro certificate confirming your participation and acquired technical skills. You can use it to verify your qualifications or add it to your professional profile.
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Where can you find our training center in Brno?The premises of the ICT Pro training center are located on the 1st floor of the COMGUARD building at Sochorova 38 in Brno. Positioned on the border of Žabovřesky and Komín, the location is easily accessible by both car and public transport.
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Where can you find our training center in Prague?The premises of the ICT Pro training center are located on the 1st floor of the Opatov Park building at Líbalova 1, Prague 11 – Chodov. The location provides a comfortable environment for your education with convenient access.
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What facilities and refreshments are available to you during training breaks?Our training centers feature a fully equipped kitchenette for a comfortable break during your courses. The facilities include a coffee machine, microwave, kettle, and a wide selection of drinks and snacks.
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What beverage refreshments are available during your course?A beverage station with a coffee machine, teas, syrups, and water is at your disposal throughout the entire training session. You can enjoy a coffee or another drink of your choice anytime during breaks.
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What light refreshments are provided for you during the courses?During course breaks, participants can enjoy light sweet snacks, pastries, and fruit syrups to mix their own drinks. Fresh water dispenser and plates are also available for your convenience.
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Should I bring my own snacks to ICT Pro training?There is no need to. A wide selection of savory snacks, sweet biscuits, and snack bars is available for you during breaks. Boost your energy for all-day focus right inside the training center premises.
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Can you spend training breaks in the fresh air?Yes, an outdoor terrace is available at our training center. During breaks between learning sessions, you can relax in the fresh air in a pleasant green environment.
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Where can you relax during course breaks?Our training center features a spacious outdoor terrace with seating options. During breaks between learning sessions, you can step outside to relax and recharge in the fresh air.