About the Author

Grant Allen has worked in the information technology field for over 20 years as a chief technology officer, entrepreneur, enterprise architect, and data management expert. Grant’s roles have taken him around the world, specializing in global-scale systems design, together with mentoring and coaching startups and hi-tech companies like Google on building great teams and great technology. He is a frequent speaker on topics such as big data, mobile ecosystems, Android, wearables, the Internet of Things, disruptive innovation, and more. Grant has a PhD in building innovative high-technology environments and is the author of six books on mobile development with Android and data management. You can learn more about all his work at ...

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