Reviews for Hello, Android: Introducing Google's Mobile Development Platform (Pragmatic Programmers)

1. Great start to the Android environment

   Rated 4 out of 5 stars, June 12th, 2009

   I started to read about Android and wanted to really structured introduction to developing for the environment. 'Hello, Android' provided a strong flow of learning and at a pace that lets the user see results. The first part of the book that develops a Sudoku is productive and lets you try out different ideas. An individual new to Android environment will be able to make good use of the book.

2. Excellent book for those with experience

   Rated 4 out of 5 stars, March 12th, 2009

   'Hello, Android' provides an excellent introduction to the Android platform for developers. Well written and easily understood, it quickly allows you to start developing your own applications. This is by no means a complete guide to developing for Android, but it gives you enough to start.
   
   One word of warning though, this book is not for beginners. It assumes familiarity with java and some with xml. If you intend to start developing for Android without this then I would recommend familiarising yourself with java first. Xml is simple enough to pick up as you go along, but this book is not intended for a complete novice.