4. Understanding the Anatomy of an Android Application
Classical computer science classes often define a program in terms of functionality and data, and Android applications are no different. They perform tasks, display information to the screen, and act upon data from a variety of sources.
Developing Android applications for mobile devices with limited resources requires a thorough understanding of the application lifecycle. Android also uses its own terminology for these application building blocks—terms such as Context, Activity, and Intent. This chapter familiarizes you with the most important components of Android applications.
Mastering Important Android Terminology
This chapter introduces you to the terminology used in Android application ...
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