Learn Java for Android Development, 3rd edition: Java 8 and Android 5 Edition

Learn Java for Android Development, Third Edition is an update of a strong selling book that now includes the newest Java 8 APIs available in the latest Android SDK 5 (Key Lime Pie). This book teaches programmers the essential Java language skills necessary for effectively picking up and using the new Android SDK platform to build mobile, embedded and even PC apps, especially game apps.

Android development is hot, and many programmers are interested injoining the fun. However, because this technology is based on Java, youshould first obtain a solid grasp of the Java language and its APIs toimprove your chances of succeeding as an effective Android app developerfor building mobile as well as embedded and even PC apps.

Each of the book's 14 chapters provides an exercise section that gives you the opportunity to reinforce your understanding of the chapter's material. Answers to the book's more than 500 exercises are provided in an appendix. A second appendix provides a significant game-oriented Java application, which you can convert into an Android app.

Learn Java for Android Development, 3rd edition: Java 8 and Android 5 Edition