Mobile Application Development
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This course introduces students to mobile application development using Kotlin. It covers fundamental programming concepts, Android development tools, UI design, state management, networking, and database integration. By the end of this course, students will build a fully functional Android application using modern development practices.
Target Audience:
- Beginner programmers interested in Android development.
- Students pursuing Computer Science, Software Engineering, or IT.
- Developers transitioning from Java to Kotlin for mobile development.
Prerequisites:
- Basic understanding of programming (preferably Python, Java, or C++).
- Familiarity with object-oriented concepts (OOP).
- Access to a computer with Android Studio installed.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
✅ Set up the Android development environment and write Kotlin programs.
✅ Understand the structure of an Android project and its components.
✅ Design interactive mobile applications using XML and Jetpack Compose.
✅ Handle user interactions, UI events, and data management.
✅ Work with APIs, databases (SQLite, Room), and persistent storage.
✅ Debug and test applications for performance optimization.
✅ Deploy applications to the Google Play Store.
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Topics Covered | |
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| Week 1 | Kotlin Basics, UI Design, Activity Lifecycle, Event Handling, Intents, and Navigation | |
| Week 2 | RecyclerView, Persistent Storage, APIs & Networking, Debugging, Final Project & Deployment |
- Teacher: Clément MUNYENTWARI