The Top Official Android Resources Every Developer Should Know

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Explore essential resources for Android developers. Access libraries source code, search engine, and more. Improve skills and stay up-to-date with best practices.

Most Useful Official Android Source Code Resources Every Developer Should Know

If you're an Android developer, you know how important it is to have access to official resources for your development work. In this article, we will go through some of the best official resources for Android development to keep up-to-date with latest features and news.

Android Jetpack Source Code

Android Jetpack is a set of libraries, tools, and architectural guidance that helps developers to create high-quality Android applications. The Jetpack source code is available on the Google Git repository, and you can find the source code for libraries such as Fragment, Paging, Room, and Compose. This resource is helpful for developers who want to see how the Jetpack libraries are implemented and explore the source code to learn more about the best practices.

Link to Page: refs/heads/androidx-main - platform/frameworks/support - Git at Google

Android Code Search

Android Code Search is a search engine that allows developers to search the source code of the Android operating system and libraries. This search engine helps developers to find examples of how to use different APIs and libraries, and it also helps to identify bugs and issues in the code.

Link to Page: platform/frameworks/support - Android Code Search

Gerrit Code Review

Gerrit Code Review enables developers to track changes and commits made to AndroidX libraries and others. This system is particularly useful for developers who wish to contribute to AndroidX and stay informed about the latest changes. By using Gerrit, developers can submit changes for review, receive feedback, and collaborate with others to improve the libraries.

Link to Page: project:platform/frameworks/support · Gerrit Code Review

Onboarding Docs for AndroidX

Onboarding Docs for AndroidX is a guide that helps developers to set up their workstation to check out source code, make simple changes in Android Studio, and upload commits to Gerrit for review. This resource is helpful for developers who are new to AndroidX development and want to get started with contributing to the library.

Link to Page: https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/support/+/refs/heads/androidx-main/docs/onboarding.md#setup-linux-mac

Gradle Enterprise AndroidX scans

Link to Page: https://ge.androidx.dev/scans?search.timeZoneId=Europe/London

Should I keep up to date with them?

It is not necessary for all Android Developers to continuously monitor every update. However, it is recommended to stay informed through these channels as they provide the most prompt and authentic official news to the public.