This module presents a vital core for all hardcore programmers, with very strong prerequisites and excellent knowledge of Java and C# programming languages. Therefore, upon successful completion of the module, the students will, with no exception, witness their own quantum leap in knowledge, learning both the Kotlin programming language and Android mobile architecture.
About the module
The main purpose and aim of this module is proper and thorough introduction to mobile application development. Because of the ever-growing popularity, widespread usage, variety of target devices and its open-source nature, the platform is chosen to be Android, and the programming language is Kotlin.
Android ecosystem consists of 4 pillars that students must become very accustomed to – Activity, Service, Broadcast Receiver and Content Provider. With proper knowledge of the ecosystem, using mobile oriented libraries and following the latest development standards, along with the advanced and sophisticated usage of Kotlin, the students are capable to deliver a highly scalable project that can serve as a personal framework for developing Android applications.
Lecturer
Daniel Bele is a full-time lecturer at Algebra University College. He has been professionally programming for more than 10 years, the majority spent in Interactive1. Daniel has worked on numerous WEB (client and server side) and Android projects, mainly in Java technology, for the EU and global market. Additionally, Daniel is interested in literature and has published a novel and a collection of stories.
Croatian language & culture
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS WHO APPLY FOR THIS MODULE CAN TAKE OUR ADDITIONAL MODULE FOR FREE AND EARN EXTRA 4 ECTS POINTS
The Croatian Language and Culture module will help you learn the very basics of Croatian and offer an excellent insight into Croatian culture. You will learn to read and write some of the most important Croatian words, as well as learn key conversational phrases. You will also learn tidbits about famous Croatians and Croatian history, geography, cuisine and more.
Don’t let Croatian catch you by surprise. Expect the unexpected!
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Earn 6 ECTS points per module
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