Things you need to know to become An Expert Android Apps Developer

Since its launch in the year 2005, Android has become one of the most popular mobile operating systems in the world. Today, Android based smart phones account for as much as 75% of the global smart phone market. Approximately 1.3 million Android based devices get activated daily across the globe. This speaks a lot about the popularity of Android based smart phones. By October 2012, there were approximately 700,000 apps available for Android, and the estimated number of applications downloaded from Google Play, Android's primary app store, was 25 billion. All this has made Android Apps Development a lucrative opportunity for many budding mobile application developers. Everyone, now, seems to join the mobile apps bandwagon and aspires to become a great Android Apps Developer. So, what it takes to become a professional & expert application developer for Android? Well, here’s your answer.

The first most important thing you need to have is the passion and commitment for mobile apps development. It is the basic requirement for you to travel the road to become an experienced Android Game Developer. Get your basics clear. This lays a strong foundation and helps you master the art of Android Application Development. As a budding Android mobile apps developer, you must learn the nuances of designing, developing and testing an Android application. You must also be aware about the latest software development tools available for Android apps development.

Important things are discussed as under.

• One needs to have complete knowledge about programming language such as C, C++, Objective C, & Java for writing mobile applications.  Further, you must also understand the basics of UI design including application design. Android Development can be done on Mac OS-X, Windows or Linux environment.
• Keep yourself abreast with the latest technological changes in the mobile application development market. You must also hone your technical skills for HTML5 and CSS3.
• You must also learn in detail about the Android SDK, Android API, understand the application development lifecycle, how to distribute, market mobile apps, and have understanding about Eclipse + ADT plugin.
• Professional Android Apps Developers have great patience and they take time to understand the requirements of a mobile app, interact with end-users for determining usability and user experience.
• To become an android mobile UI designer, you need to have artistic and creative skills. On the other hand, if you are thinking of becoming an user experience and usability expert, you need have profound understanding about human interactions and use metrics.
• Further, you can also have your career in enterprise mobility. It is an emerging technology area; many IT companies are ramping up their operations and capabilities to effectively meet the mobility needs of their customers. This opens up many career opportunities for those who have the right expertise in this area.

By carefully following the basics, understanding your customers’ requirements and staying updated with latest technologies, you can easily become a seasoned Android Apps Development professional!