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How to reconcile my support of open-source software and need to feed and house myself?

I have a bit of a dilemma and wanted to get some other developers' opinions on it and maybe some guidance. So I have created a 2D game for Android from the ground up, learning and re factoring as I ...
24
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6answers
2k views

As a C# developer, would you learn Java to develop for Android or use MonoDroid instead?

I'd consider myself pretty well versed in C#. It's my language of choice at the moment, and it's where basically all my professional experience lies. Still, I'm puzzled by the existence of the ...
11
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9answers
582 views

I want to learn Java but I am finding it difficult - Can anyone recommend a tutorial? [closed]

Possible Duplicate: What is the best Java programming book out there for starters? I am 14 years old and I want to learn computer programming. I've decided to start with Java as I can use ...
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5answers
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Why is there no Git client for Android?

Since there is a pure Java implementation of basic Git features called JGit, which also has a couple of heavy-duty users (Gerrit), I can't help to wonder: why hasn't someone implemented a basic Git ...
7
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2answers
220 views

As a C# developer, how much “advanced” Java do I need for Android development?

I'm a professional .NET -C#- developer who's interested in doing development for Android. I'd like to know if it's really necessary for me to first read a book or two on Java (like Java For ...
6
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1answer
219 views

I have free time for Android development. I'd like suggestions on how to tackle this effectively

I'm finishing college for good tomorrow, then leaving my current programming job the next day. I'll be looking for opportunities, but I may end up with a month or two without a job, so with lots of ...
6
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7answers
537 views

Costs of Switching to Java

I'm a C# dev and I have plans of starting to develop apps targeting Android, which of course means Java. I have heard good things about Mono for Android and the idea of reusing my skill set is ...
6
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2answers
1k views

What have my fellow Delphi programmers done to make Eclipse/Java more like Delphi?

I am a veteran Delphi programmer working on my first real Android app. I am using Eclipse and Java as my development environment. The thing I miss the most of course is Delphi's VCL components and ...
6
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3answers
326 views

What are your experiences selling on the Android Market? 1 year on

Follow up to this question So a lot has changed in the smartphone market in the last year (Specifically Androids market share, OS updates and marketplace updates). Given these changes I think it is ...
6
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8answers
924 views

How hard would it be for a Python developer to start programming for Android?

So far the only programming language I have any experience with is Python 3, and I'm at maybe an intermediate level on that. I was thinking about picking up a book on Java programming in general and ...
5
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3answers
206 views

I am learning Java and thinking about how and when to learn Android?

I am learning Java and I was wondering about when it would be best for me to try to develop something for Android? I have two specific concerns. 1.How is the Android API different from the main Java ...
4
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5answers
146 views

Organizing classes with many properties that need to be iterated through

Sometimes when I'm working with a class (usually one that represents a database model), I'll have about 15 different properties on it, usually of different types. These are properties that need to be ...
4
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5answers
380 views

Which Android phone should I get for developing?

I'm starting to develop for Android. Do I need to buy a certain Android phone to test my application, or does any android phone work?
4
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4answers
199 views

Copyright issues with encryption algorythms

I'm developing an application for Android/Java. This application is a kind of password manager, so I'm storing encrypted passwords under the hood of a master password. There are a number of encryption ...
3
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2answers
113 views

Open Source P2P Java Chat library

I am making a P2P Android application. The initial functionality I am aiming for is chatting. Can anyone please suggest a good open source P2P library, using which I can build my application upon? ...
3
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3answers
237 views

Is it true that having the Nexus S is much better as an Android developer?

Soon, I'll be starting Android development, as I know a bit of Java. I'll also be getting an Android phone. My two options are the Nexus S and the Atrix 4G. I've heard the Nexus series is ideal for ...
3
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2answers
120 views

What is the proper way to implement the OnClickListener interface for many buttons

My Android Activity contains multiple buttons that all need an OnClickListener. I've seen lots of different ways of doing this such as:: Implementing the interface in activity class Creating a ...
3
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5answers
475 views

Does learning to develop for iOS create a lock-in?

If I begin my career (first job) with developing on the iOS platform, does that lock me in into iOS and Mac OS X development only? By locking me in I mean will that create barriers for me to switch ...
2
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3answers
395 views

How to port a J2ME application to Android platform?

I have heard that there are soft wares for converting an existing J2ME app to Android? But I was doing a manual conversion till now. Am I doing a silly job/is it possible to do convert any J2ME ...
2
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4answers
1k views

Application Development: Python or Java (or PHP)

I'm looking to get into application development, such as facebook or android apps and games. I am doing this for fun and to learn. But once my skills are to par I would like to have some side income ...
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2answers
97 views

Dedicated graphics needed for developing 3D Android apps?

Intel 3000 graphics should be decent enough for developing 3D Android apps, correct? I mean, if the phone can handle it, so can onboard graphics?
1
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3answers
273 views

Designing a Technical Interview

The startup company that I'm employed at is looking to open an office overseas, and I've been tasked with coming up with some reasonable questions that will be used use to help find/hire some suitable ...
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6answers
192 views

How could I make a good start developing smartphone applications?

I'm an experienced front end developer but I have no experience in Java and Objective-C. I am not sure it will be worth the time investing in learning without any financial luck from the beginning. ...
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7answers
323 views

Java and what to do with it

I've been browsing through several websites and several topics on this website. Now I'm just a starting programmer and I want to make a good decision. From what I understand is that Java is used ...
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0answers
77 views

Career choice : Andorid vs java web applications - Good in both [closed]

I have to choose between developing applications for Android or developing Java Web Applications. I am good in both, and like both. However, I'd like to work in bigger projects (considering the ...
0
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4answers
126 views

Programming curricula

There are a lot of schools that teach Java and C++ but whenever I see the syllabus for one of these classes it's almost always some cut and dry OO stuff with possibly some boring end of class project. ...
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0answers
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how difficult is it to develop a radio software for android? [closed]

I have a friend who do radio shows and upload them on his website and now he want to do it on mobie run os android and i have 5 years of software development, so my question is how much cost to ...