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I’m a certified coach and Instructor. Over the years I've worked.
1. Technical Skills:
Programming Languages: Proficiency in programming languages such as Java or Kotlin, with Kotlin becoming increasingly popular for Android development.
Android SDK: In-depth understanding of the Android Software Development Kit (SDK) and its components.
Android Studio: Familiarity with Android Studio, the official integrated development environment (IDE) for Android app development.
APIs and Libraries: Knowledge of Android APIs, third-party libraries, and tools commonly used in app development.
2. App Development:
UI/UX Design: Ability to design and implement user interfaces that are intuitive, visually appealing, and responsive.
Layouts and Views: Experience with creating layouts using XML, working with different view components, and adapting to various screen sizes and orientations.
Activities and Fragments: Understanding of Android's activity and fragment lifecycle, as well as the ability to manage navigation and state.
Intents: Knowledge of using intents to communicate between different app components.
3. Data Management:
SQLite and Databases: Proficiency in using SQLite databases for local data storage and management.
Content Providers: Understanding of Android's content provider system for sharing data between apps.
Networking: Experience with making HTTP requests, handling responses, and working with APIs using libraries like Retrofit or Volley.
4. Performance and Optimization:
Memory Management: Knowledge of efficient memory usage, minimizing memory leaks, and optimizing app performance.
UI Performance: Skills in optimizing UI performance to ensure smooth animations and responsiveness.
5. Version Control:
Git: Proficiency in using Git for version control, collaborating with other developers, and managing code repositories.
6. Testing:
Unit Testing: Familiarity with writing and running unit tests to ensure code correctness.
Automated UI Testing: Experience with automated UI testing frameworks like Espresso.
7. Publishing and Deployment:
Google Play Store: Understanding of the process of publishing apps to the Google Play Store, including generating signed APKs, creating app listings, and managing releases.
8. Continuous Learning:
Stay Updated: Keeping up-to-date with the latest trends, updates, and best practices in Android development.
9. Soft Skills:
Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze problems and find effective solutions, as well as troubleshoot issues in the app development process.
Communication: Good communication skills to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and clients.
10. Portfolio and Experience:
Projects: Having a portfolio of personal or professional Android app projects that demonstrate your skills and expertise.
Work Experience: Experience working on various aspects of Android app development, either as an independent developer or as part of a team.