Set up testing for your app on devices and emulators.Download and install Android Studio 3.3.Here’s what you’ll do in this beginning Android development tutorial: You’ll learn how to set up all the tools needed to start you on your way to becoming an Android developer. The instructions are similar but slightly different between macOS, Windows and Linux. You can develop for Android on both a Mac or a PC. There aren’t any prerequisites for this tutorial, other than a willing mind and a Mac or PC. To say that it’s an exciting platform and space to make apps for is an understatement. Previous updates by Darryl Baylis, Megha Bambra, and Eunice Obugyei.Ĭlearly there’s a demand for Android app development since there are over two billion monthly active users around the globe. Update Note: This Beginning Android Development tutorial is now up to date with the latest version of Android Studio, version 3.3, and uses Kotlin 1.3 for app development.