Build Modern Android App with REST API and Ktor Server

Course Headline: Develop an Android App with Kotlin. Fetch Data from REST API deployed on your Backend Server developed with Ktor.

👋 Welcome to "Build Modern Android App with REST API and Ktor Server"!

Are you ready to elevate your Android app development skills to the next level? In this comprehensive course, Stefan Jovanovic will guide you through the process of not just creating a sleek Android application but also developing a robust backend server that serves as a REST API. Say goodbye to one-dimensional apps and hello to full-stack application development with real-world utility!

What You'll Learn:

• 📱 Android App Development: Craft your Android app using the cutting-edge Jetpack Compose UI toolkit. Design intuitive, responsive, and modern user interfaces that stand out in a crowded marketplace.

• 🚀 Backend Server Creation with Ktor Framework: Dive into the world of backend development by building your own REST API server using the ktor framework, which is built on Kotlin & Coroutines. Master creating endpoints, handling client requests, processing data, and sending responses with confidence.

• 🔗 Communication between Client & Server: Establish a seamless connection between your Android app and the backend server. Learn how to fetch data from the REST API and handle it within your application efficiently.

• 🛠️ Data Handling with Room Database and Libraries: Utilize Retrofit, Paging 3 library along with Remote Mediator to manage data retrieval from your backend server. Ensure your app can store, cache, and load data even without an active internet connection.

• 🧪 Testing Your Applications: Learn the best practices for testing both your backend server endpoints and your Android app, including user interface components like the custom-built Rating Widget using Jetpack Compose.

• 🌈 Implementing Advanced Features: Explore advanced features such as swipe to refresh functionality and dynamic color palettes based on images. These features will add a polished and interactive touch to your application.

Course Highlights:

• Modern Technologies: Use the latest technologies like Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, Ktor Framework, Retrofit, Paging 3, and Room Database.

• Full Stack Development: Understand both client-side and server-side development within a single course.

• Real-World Application: Build an actual Android app and backend server, not just theoretical knowledge.

• Testing Skills: Learn to test your applications thoroughly to ensure they are robust and bug-free.

Who Should Take This Course?

• Aspiring Android Developers looking to enhance their skills with REST API integration.
• Backend developers eager to expand into the realm of full-stack application development.
• Kotlin enthusiasts who want to apply their knowledge in a practical, real-world scenario.
• Any developer aiming to build scalable and efficient Android applications.

🎓 Ready to embark on this exciting journey into the world of modern Android app development? Enroll now and let's create something extraordinary together!