Building an Android app can seem like a daunting task but if you have the right knowledge, it doesn’t have to be. In this step-by-step guide you will learn how to build your very own mobile application from scratch. Whether you’re an experienced programmer or new to the world of coding, this guide will provide all the information you need to get started on your journey into building an Android app.Â
 Step 1: Select an IDE (Integrated Development Environment)Â
 The first step in building your own Android app is to select a development environment. There are many different IDEs available for you to use but some of the more popular ones include Android Studio, AppyBuilder and Eclipse. The one you choose should depend on which programming language and other features that suit your needs best.Â
 Step 2: Design Your App LayoutÂ
 Your app’s layout is how users interact with and navigate around it, so making it visually pleasing as well as user-friendly is key. You’ll need to decide on what type of navigation system to use for your application; such as tabs or buttons, menus or maybe even swipeable image galleries etc., as well as any additional features like ratings and reviews sections that might be beneficial.Â
 Step 3: Configure the API SettingsÂ
 Once the layout is designed, it’s time to configure API settings. This includes integrating third-party services required by your app such as social media platforms (for example Facebook integration), Push Notifications Services (such as Firebase) database providers (e.g., Amazon Web Services) and/or analytics solutions (i.e., Google Analytics). Having these third party services already setup beforehand will save a lot of time down the line when coding takes place separately for each feature instead having them all in place beforehand ready for coding makes life much easier for developers when coding kicks off!Â
 Step 4: Code Your App With Java & XMLÂ
 Now comes the fun part – it’s time to start coding! To create android apps typically utilises two programming language – Java & XML . Both languages allow developers great control over their user’s experience when using their apps since this code directly links with UI elements within our designs from Step 2 and any third party services from Step 3 also known as our ‘API configuration’ earlier on becomes vital here too now! Â
 Step 5: Test Your App On Multiple DevicesÂ
 Testing your application is essential before unleashing it onto others; this allows us identify any bugs or issues that may not have been spotted during development stages due mostly human error again common practice in software engineering X) Therefore we unequivocally suggest broadcasting testing via multiple devices before if appropriate publish it onto listed stores such Google Play Store / Apple App Store etc..~ Â
 ConclusionÂ
 Creating an android app isn’t a simple process nor easy feat but by understanding & bringing together various components previous outlined above means can easily approach with greater confidence creating piece software feel proud result successful yield at safe hands – Good luck 🙂