Android: From Beginner to Mastery
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Editor's review
From an editorial perspective, the book is organized to progress step by step, with clear chapter structure, abundant illustrations, and detailed code examples, making it especially suitable as a systematic textbook or reference. Its strength lies in broad yet appropriately deep coverage, which significantly helps build an Android knowledge system. Note, however, that Android evolves quickly, and some APIs or tool versions may differ from the latest official releases; readers are advised to consult current official documentation alongside the book for the most up-to-date guidance. Overall, this is a solid guide for beginners and beyond, valuable for readers who want to build core Android skills steadily.
Who it's for
A good fit for
- Students in computer-related majors who want to learn Android mobile development systematically
- Beginners with some Java background who are preparing to switch careers or work in Android development
- Working developers who need a comprehensive reference to consolidate and organize their Android knowledge
- Self-learners interested in mobile app development who want to get started through hands-on projects
Not a good fit for
- Advanced developers seeking in-depth coverage of the latest features (such as Compose) or cutting-edge architecture patterns
- Readers who want quick, fragmented answers to specific difficult problems
Reading tips
- Follow the chapters in order and be sure to practice every code example to deepen understanding
- While reading, also consult the official Android developer documentation to stay current with the technology
- The comprehensive cases are highly valuable; after mastering the basics, complete these projects independently or by following along, as they are key to testing what you have learned
About the publisher
Posts & Telecom Press is known for its strengths in science and technology, computing, and information and communications titles, and has extended its publishing into photography, art, software learning, and inspirational growth, giving it a fairly diverse range. Its catalog includes computing and communications works such as Refactoring and Patterns (Revised Edition) and Huawei Switch Learning Guide (Second Edition), alongside bilingual collector's editions such as The Little Prince (Chinese-English-French illustrated collector's edition), The Great Gatsby, and Three Days to See. Beijing Ten Years: 1980-1990 and Ghost Blade: WLOP Personal Illustration Collection reflect its presence in photography and art. Its authors include Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, Helen Keller, Joshua Kerievsky, Wang Da, Zhang Zhaozeng, and WLOP.
Contents
- 版权信息
- 内容提要
- 序
- 前言
- 第0章 Android学习指南
- 0.1 移动智能设备系统发展现状
- 0.2 Android系统
- 0.3 移动开发与传统PC开发的差异
- 0.4 Android应用开发学习路线图
- 第1篇 基础知识
- 第1章 搭建Android应用开发环境
- 第2章 Android应用开发基础
- 第2篇 核心技术
- 第3章 UI界面布局
- 第4章 核心组件
- 第5章 Android事件处理
- 第6章 Activity界面表现
- 第7章 Intent和IntentFilter
- 第8章 Service和Broadcast Receiver
- 第9章 应用资源管理机制
- 第10章 数据存储
- 第3篇 典型应用
- 第11章 图形图像
- 第12章 音频应用程序
- 第13章 视频应用程序
- 第14章 网络数据处理
- 第15章 GPS地图定位
- 第4篇 知识进阶
- 第16章 Android传感器
- 第17章 蓝牙数据传输
- 第18章 Google Now和Android Wear
- 第19章 为Android开发网页
- 第20章 OpenGL ES三维图形处理
- 第5篇 综合实战
- 第21章 象棋游戏
- 第22章 音乐播放器
- 第23章 网络流量防火墙系统
- 光盘链接
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About the author
Publicly available information about the author writing under the name "Dianfeng Zhuoyue" (literally "Peak Excellence") is quite limited; details such as nationality and life history are not confirmed. Judging from the two works held in the library, Android from Beginner to Mastery and jQuery Mobile from Beginner to Mastery, this byline is mainly active in writing practical technical books on programming and design, with topics centered on mobile development. The two titles cover two common technical routes: native Android app development and cross-platform mobile page development based on jQuery Mobile. Both books adopt a "from beginner to mastery" approach aimed at newcomers and self-taught readers, emphasizing a step-by-step presentation of fundamentals, development environment setup, and hands-on essentials to help readers gradually master the relevant frameworks and tools. Their style follows the format of technical tutorials, stressing progressive conceptual structure and the use of examples so that readers can learn while practicing. On the basis of the available material, it is difficult to determine the author's personal background or further writing activities; readers may regard these works as introductory technical study materials.
