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haven't seen similar topic on Android development so I thought that it might come in value for those who want to start developing on this platform.
I want to disclose that I haven't made millions on apps. Just know what it takes from zero to Your first dollar made.
Okay, let's get started, shall we?
First of all - You should have some ideas for Android apps. Just think what You would like to be in Google Play. This one is important because without it You will not have as much drive to learn this. That could be even one, simple app - still You should set it. My goal was to make any app just to know the road and it went to be the fart app
Next step - if You don't know anything about programming (like I did) You should really find a course on Android development. I personally used this one:
http://learnandroidcomplete.com/ (no, not having a dime from endorsing it - it's just good value for money).
It's really well made and the author is really helpful. When You have any questions he answers really fast, sometime even the same day. And the fact that he made it through Kickstarter.com say something, too.
If You don't have that amount of money You can refer to these YouTube channels:
Google Developer Guide - the Bible of Android. Still, many things there are not so well explained. Still, it's the source from the Android dev team.
StackOverflow - place where You will go the most. This is the hub where great developers help begginers. For free. Tons of already resolved problems. 90% of Your problems are already there waiting for You to read them. Time-saving place. You will use this wheter You are on the beggining or You're experienced.
Derek Banas - Android Development Tutorial - this guy is insanely keen on this topic. It's really a pleasure how easy he makes it look.
Girish Shakya - explains some basic apps build. Good for understanding mechanics of specific apps. Good for finding how to use specific functions.
The cons of those free channels is that they don't explain the basics of Java language. Still, You can find those on the internet - I haven't searched for that since I've used the full course mentioned earlier.
Third step - is to think how do You want to make money on this app? It's even better to think about it before You start making app. There are some ways You can choose and even mix up:
- it can be free with ads (there are various ad types - each one can make or break You app in terms of retention)
- it can be free with IAP (in-app purchases)
- it can be paid with IAP
- it can be paid (one-time money)
- it can be free with paid subscription (i.e. 14-day trial)
This place is good to discuss mone making for Android: Making Money With Android - How to make money with Android. One developer's journey to making an income from Android apps. The goal: $1000 a month.
Fourth step - is to actually release Your app. What it takes to have it released?
You need to sign up for Google Play developer account. Be prepared to pay/invest $25. When Your done You can go for it.
Then, You upload You app and start entering description of Your app - title, slogan, bigger description, screenshots. Put some energy in that - those will make Your download rate go up or down. Retention is when Your app will hold on with the users phone. Still, to keep Your app they should download it first
If Your app is in more languages, make descriptions in those languages as well. It can really drive You traffic You wouldn't expect (one day there was more traffic from Russia than from US).
When selecting in which countries You want it to be available, make them all. Why limit Yourself?
And that would be it. If You have any questions - I'll be glad to help.
P.S. This thread can be helpful to some of You as well.
haven't seen similar topic on Android development so I thought that it might come in value for those who want to start developing on this platform.
I want to disclose that I haven't made millions on apps. Just know what it takes from zero to Your first dollar made.
Okay, let's get started, shall we?
First of all - You should have some ideas for Android apps. Just think what You would like to be in Google Play. This one is important because without it You will not have as much drive to learn this. That could be even one, simple app - still You should set it. My goal was to make any app just to know the road and it went to be the fart app
Next step - if You don't know anything about programming (like I did) You should really find a course on Android development. I personally used this one:
http://learnandroidcomplete.com/ (no, not having a dime from endorsing it - it's just good value for money).
It's really well made and the author is really helpful. When You have any questions he answers really fast, sometime even the same day. And the fact that he made it through Kickstarter.com say something, too.
If You don't have that amount of money You can refer to these YouTube channels:
Google Developer Guide - the Bible of Android. Still, many things there are not so well explained. Still, it's the source from the Android dev team.
StackOverflow - place where You will go the most. This is the hub where great developers help begginers. For free. Tons of already resolved problems. 90% of Your problems are already there waiting for You to read them. Time-saving place. You will use this wheter You are on the beggining or You're experienced.
Derek Banas - Android Development Tutorial - this guy is insanely keen on this topic. It's really a pleasure how easy he makes it look.
Girish Shakya - explains some basic apps build. Good for understanding mechanics of specific apps. Good for finding how to use specific functions.
The cons of those free channels is that they don't explain the basics of Java language. Still, You can find those on the internet - I haven't searched for that since I've used the full course mentioned earlier.
Third step - is to think how do You want to make money on this app? It's even better to think about it before You start making app. There are some ways You can choose and even mix up:
- it can be free with ads (there are various ad types - each one can make or break You app in terms of retention)
- it can be free with IAP (in-app purchases)
- it can be paid with IAP
- it can be paid (one-time money)
- it can be free with paid subscription (i.e. 14-day trial)
This place is good to discuss mone making for Android: Making Money With Android - How to make money with Android. One developer's journey to making an income from Android apps. The goal: $1000 a month.
Fourth step - is to actually release Your app. What it takes to have it released?
You need to sign up for Google Play developer account. Be prepared to pay/invest $25. When Your done You can go for it.
Then, You upload You app and start entering description of Your app - title, slogan, bigger description, screenshots. Put some energy in that - those will make Your download rate go up or down. Retention is when Your app will hold on with the users phone. Still, to keep Your app they should download it first
If Your app is in more languages, make descriptions in those languages as well. It can really drive You traffic You wouldn't expect (one day there was more traffic from Russia than from US).
When selecting in which countries You want it to be available, make them all. Why limit Yourself?
And that would be it. If You have any questions - I'll be glad to help.
P.S. This thread can be helpful to some of You as well.
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