About this Course
This Specialization enables learners to successfully apply core Java programming languages features & software patterns needed to develop maintainable mobile apps comprised of core Android components, as well as fundamental Java I/O & persistence mechanisms. The Capstone project will integrate the material from throughout the Specialization to exercise and assess the ability of learners to create an interesting Android app by applying knowledge and skills learned in previous MOOCs, including Java programming features, Android Studio tools, Android Activity components, Material Design, file I/O and data persistence, unit testing, and software patterns. The project itself will be similar in design goals to previous assignments, however it will provide less of the skeleton code than earlier MOOCs provide to enable more creativity to learners and greater opportunity for learners to customize the app
What You'll Learn
- Apply core Java features for Android app development
- Build maintainable apps using Android Studio tools and core components
- Implement file I/O and data persistence in Android apps
- Use unit testing and software design patterns effectively
Prerequisites
- Basic computer and internet skills helpful
- Ability to read course instructions in English and complete short practice activities
Instructors
Dr. Douglas C. Schmidt
Professor of Computer Science and Associate Chair of the Computer Science and Engineering Program
Dr. Jerry Roth
Professor of the Practice
Michael Walker
Instructor - Graduate Student pursuing PhD in Computer Science
Dr. Jules White
Professor of Computer Science