Module 4 of 4 in Foundational Tools in Android

Create a Simple Android App

Apr 10 2024, Kotlin 1.9.21, Android 14, Android Studio Hedgehog | 2023.1.1
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In this module, users will create a simple app that will introduce users to Jetpack Compose. This course will show how to use composables to create a user interface with a touch of interactivity. By Fuad Kamal.

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EXPERIENCE
Beginner level
EST TIME TO COMPLETE
1 hr, 24 mins
CONTENT
4 lessons
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Module outcomes

  • Describe the concept of a composable
  • Understand some user interface components used to build a UI
  • Combine composables into a singular composable
  • Identify the purpose of the Modifier

Covered concepts

  • Text
  • Image
  • Row and Column
  • Composable Previews
  • Button
  • Modifier

Module content

1
Create a Jetpack Compose App Lesson (18 mins)

In this lesson you will learn the basics of using composables and how to add them to a brand new app.

 Start
Introduction • Start Reading · 3 mins
Your First Compose App Reading · 10 mins
Demo Video · 4 mins
Create a Simple Android App Quiz 4 questions
Conclusion Reading · 1 min
2
Style the App Lesson (16 mins)

In this lesson you will learn more about composables by styling the app. You’ll learn how to use modifiers like padding. You’ll learn about the purpose of sp and dp units in Android.

 Start
Introduction • Start Reading · 1 min
Adding a Bit of Style Reading · 5 mins
Demo Video · 9 mins
Styles Quiz 6 questions
Conclusion Reading · 1 min
3
Expand the App Lesson (40 mins)

In this lesson you’ll learn how to use more advanced layout techniques. You’ll utilize layout groups for more complex layouts. You’ll learn how to nest composables and refactor them into individual files to simplify the organization of the code. You’ll also learn how to utilize previews.

 Start
Introduction • Start Reading · 1 min
Expanding the App Reading · 25 mins
Demo Video · 13 mins
Expanding the App Quiz 8 questions
Conclusion Reading · 1 min
4
Add Interactivity Lesson (11 mins)

You’ll learn how to add interactivity to the app by utilizing buttons and textfields. You’ll be able to explain how composable rebuilds the interface when the state changes.

 Start
Introduction • Start Reading · 1 min
Recomposition Reading · 7 mins
Demo Video · 3 mins
Interactivity Quiz 4 questions
Conclusion Reading · 1 min