(ASP) Getting Started in App Development Lesson

Getting Started in App Development

For this course, we are using App Inventor 2.  App Inventor is a cloud based application. App Inventor is an example of an Integrated Development Environment (IDE), which means that all of the software tools needed to design, develop, and test a mobile Android app are integrated within the App Inventor platform. Since it is cloud based, it will run completely within a browser.

Google Account

In order to build apps with App Inventor you will need a Google account. If you don't already have an account, visit the Google Signup Form link provided in the sidebar and follow the instructions for setting up an account.

Setting Up App Inventor

To start the process of setting up App Inventor for your computer, follow the instructions available on the App Inventor website link located in the sidebar. Click on Start and follow the instructions.

Get Started Follow these simple steps to build your first app. Tutorials Step-by-step guides show you how to build all kinds of apps.

There are three options for using App Inventor.    

Option One - RECOMMENDED Build apps with an Android device and WiFi Connection (preferred): Instructions If you have a computer, an Android device, and a WiFi connection, this is the easiest way to test your apps. Wi Fi Build your project on your computer Test it in real-time on your device

Option Two Don't have an Android device? Use the Emulator: Instructions If you don't have an Android phone or tablet handy, you can still use App Inventor. Have a class of 30 students? Have them work primarily on emulators and share a few devices. Build your project on your computer Test it in real-time on your computer with the onscreen emulator Option Three No WiFi? Build apps with an Android device and USB Cable: Instructions Some firewalls within schools and organizations do not allow the type of WiFi connection required. If WiFi doesn't work for you, try USB Build your project on your computer Test it in real-time on your device

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