Overview
Application development in the Android platform is popular due to the many advantages that it offers. In this tutorial, we will learn about some key advantages of the Android Platform.
Android Platform
The Android platform is a free and open-source platform comprising an operating system, middleware, and mobile applications. The Android mobile platform is an open-source platform that can be ported to any mobile device.
Advantages
Some of the key advantages of the Android platform are as follows:
- Open Source
- Android SDK
- Google Play Store
- Supports multiple languages
Open Source
Android platform is based on the open-source Linux kernel. The source code is freely available for modification and distribution by mobile device manufacturers, wireless carriers, and developers.
Android SDK
The Android SDK to develop applications is possible on every operating system. The Android SDK (Software Development Kit) is a set of development tools used to develop mobile applications for the Android platform. It provides an integrated development environment( Android Studio) and debugging tools, libraries, emulators, documentation, sample code, and tutorials.
Google Play Store
Android provides Google Play Store, where apps are distributed and downloaded. It is an online marketplace where users can search for, download, install, and update mobile applications.
Supports multiple languages
Android supports multiple programming languages for app development. Android app development can use the following programming languages:
- Java
- Kotlin
- Dart using the Flutter framework.
Android is one of the most widely used mobile platforms. Its open nature, diverse ecosystem, and wide range of applications make it a significant player in the mobile landscape. These advantages helped Android become the most widely used mobile operating system.