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Android Async Programming and Services

Jim Wilson

Learn how to provide a more responsive user experience in your Android applications through Android services and asynchronous processing.

In this course you will learn how to use Android services and asynchronous processing to create applications that provide a more responsive user experience. Topics covered include Android Services, background processing, threading, asynchronous tasks, Started Services, Foreground Services, Notifications, Android Service lifecycle, and ExecutorService.

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Syllabus

Challenges to a responsive user experience
Implementing long-running operations as a service
Service lifecycle management
Interacting with services
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Ideal for developers who want to provide a more responsive user experience in their Android applications
Led by Jim Wilson, an experienced instructor in this field
Covers core concepts in Android services and asynchronous processing
Provides hands-on labs and interactive materials for practical learning
Requiring additional tools or software may pose a barrier for some learners
May need to take prerequisite courses before enrolling

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Learners who complete Android Async Programming and Services will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Software Developer
A Software Developer creates custom applications, websites, and solutions to meet the specific needs of a business. Software Developers who create front-end applications would especially benefit from understanding Android's services and asynchronous processing. With this knowledge, Software Developers can better create applications that interact with services that run in the background, such as playing music or checking for updates, without interrupting the user's experience. This course, given its focus on Android's services and the Android Service lifecycle, will help build a foundation for Software Developers to create more responsive and efficient applications.
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Data Scientist
A Data Scientist analyzes data to extract meaningful insights. This course may be useful for Data Scientists who work with Android applications. Understanding Android services and asynchronous processing can help Data Scientists build more efficient and scalable data pipelines for Android applications.
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Business Analyst
A Business Analyst identifies and analyzes business needs and requirements. This course may be useful for Business Analysts who work with Android applications. By understanding Android services and asynchronous processing, Business Analysts can better understand the technical aspects of Android applications and provide valuable insights to stakeholders.
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Software Engineer
A Software Engineer designs, develops, and maintains software applications. This course may be useful for Software Engineers who work on Android applications. The knowledge gained in Android services and asynchronous processing can help Software Engineers create more efficient and responsive applications.
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Information Security Analyst
An Information Security Analyst identifies and mitigates security risks to an organization's IT infrastructure. This course may be useful for Information Security Analysts who work with Android applications. By understanding Android services and asynchronous processing, Information Security Analysts can gain insights into the security vulnerabilities of Android applications and develop effective mitigation strategies.
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Product Manager
A Product Manager defines and manages the product vision. This course may be useful for Product Managers who work on Android applications. By understanding Android services and asynchronous processing, Product Managers can better understand the technical constraints and capabilities of Android applications and make informed decisions about product features and roadmaps.
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DevOps Engineer
A DevOps Engineer works to bridge the gap between development and operations teams. This course may be useful for DevOps Engineers who work with Android applications. Understanding Android services and asynchronous processing can help DevOps Engineers build and maintain automated systems that efficiently deploy and manage Android applications.
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Information Technology Manager
An Information Technology Manager plans and manages the IT infrastructure of an organization. This course may be useful for Information Technology Managers who work with Android applications. By understanding Android services and asynchronous processing, Information Technology Managers can gain insights into the technical aspects of Android applications and make informed decisions about IT infrastructure and security policies.
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Mobile Application Developer
A Mobile Application Developer designs, develops, and maintains applications for mobile devices. This course may be useful for Mobile Application Developers interested in building applications with enhanced user experiences. The course provides insights into Android services and asynchronous processing, which can assist in creating applications that perform seamless background operations while maintaining a smooth user interface.
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Android Developer
An Android Developer builds and maintains applications for the Android operating system. This course may be useful for Android Developers, especially those interested in developing complex applications that utilize background services and asynchronous processing. By leveraging Android services and asynchronous processing, Android Developers can create applications capable of handling long-running operations without hindering the user experience.
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Computer Systems Analyst
A Computer Systems Analyst designs, implements, and maintains computer systems. This course may be useful for Computer Systems Analysts who work with Android applications. By understanding Android services and asynchronous processing, Computer Systems Analysts can gain insights into the underlying mechanisms of Android applications, enabling them to better analyze and optimize system performance.
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Technical Lead
A Technical Lead leads and mentors a team of software engineers. This course may be useful for Technical Leads who work with Android applications. By understanding Android services and asynchronous processing, Technical Leads can better guide their teams in developing applications that meet performance and responsiveness requirements.
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Quality Assurance Tester
A Quality Assurance Tester ensures that software applications meet quality standards. This course may be useful for Quality Assurance Testers who work with Android applications. By understanding Android services and asynchronous processing, Quality Assurance Testers can gain insights into the underlying mechanisms of Android applications, enabling them to better identify and resolve performance and responsiveness issues.
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Project Manager
A Project Manager plans, executes, and closes projects. This course may be useful for Project Managers who work on Android application development projects. By understanding Android services and asynchronous processing, Project Managers can better plan and manage project timelines and resources to ensure timely delivery of high-quality Android applications.
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Application Architect
An Application Architect designs and develops the overall architecture of an application. This course may be useful for Application Architects who work on Android applications. Understanding Android services and asynchronous processing can enable them to design applications that are scalable and efficient.
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Time
183 hours
Level
Advanced
Via
Pluralsight
Instructor
Jim Wilson
Language
English
This course belongs to a collection called Android. It's comprised of 20 courses:
  1. Start Developing for Android
  2. Android Fundamentals: SharedPreferences
  3. Android Fundamentals: Activities
  4. Android Fundamentals: Data Binding
  5. Android Fundamentals: Styles and Themes
  6. Getting Started with Google Play In-app Billing
  7. Getting Started with Android Material Design
  8. Android Fundamentals: Accessibility
  9. Android Beginner Series: Understanding Android
  10. Android Programming with Intents
  11. Introduction to Testing in Java
  12. Exploring Android Studio
  13. Introduction to SQL
  14. Android Layout Fundamentals
  15. Android Processes and Threads
  16. Improving User Interface Design with Android Fragments
  17. Android Dreams, Widgets and Notifications: Life Outside Your App
  18. Improving User Interaction with the Android ActionBar
  19. Android Custom Components
  20. Android Async Programming and Services (viewing)
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Ideal for developers who want to provide a more responsive user experience in their Android applications
Led by Jim Wilson, an experienced instructor in this field
Covers core concepts in Android services and asynchronous processing
Provides hands-on labs and interactive materials for practical learning
Requiring additional tools or software may pose a barrier for some learners
May need to take prerequisite courses before enrolling
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