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To be completely honest, I don't see why people feel they need books to learn this stuff, because it's really basic programming, and the documentation is a straightforward read. I can see, however, that you might want a book to supplement the documentation with some examples explaining the sticker parts, and maybe some explanation as to UI stuff (i.e., since most people who write apps have never taken an HCI course, a book might highlight some important points).. kris On Sun, Jul 1, 2012 at 10:12 PM, Jason Hsu <jhsu802...@gmail.com> wrote: > I'm considering purchasing an Android development book. The fact that I > have published my first Android app (Upgrade Your Cereal, available at > https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jasonhsu.upgradeyourcereal) > certifies that I understand the very basics. At the same time, I have just > barely scratched the surface. > > I've been finding that most of the tutorials out there miss critical details > needed to make the apps work properly. I need to move well beyond the Hello > World stage. > > What Android development books would you recommend? I'm considering the > purchase of _Android in Practice_. It has great reviews on Amazon, and it > sounds very practical. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google > Groups "Android Developers" group. > To post to this group, send email to android-developers@googlegroups.com > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > android-developers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/android-developers?hl=en -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Android Developers" group. To post to this group, send email to android-developers@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to android-developers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/android-developers?hl=en
