What you need for this book

Qt is cross-platform, which means you can use it on almost all operating systems, including Windows, Linux, BSD, and Mac OS X. The hardware requirements are listed as follows:

  • A computer (PC or Macintosh)
  • A webcam or a connected camera device
  • Available Internet connection

An Android phone or tablet is not required, but is recommended so that you can test applications on a real Android device.

All the software mentioned in this book, including Qt itself, is free of charge and can be downloaded from the Internet.

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