Master Android Automotive OS To Build Android Apps for Cars

Complete guide to developing, testing, and deploying automotive apps with real-world projects

What you'll learn
- You will learn how to set up a complete Android Automotive OS development environment with Android Studio, automotive emulator, and Car App Library
- You will learn to develop native automotive applications using the Car App Library, handling vehicle data through VHAL, and implementing proper app lifecycle
- You will learn to design automotive-specific user interfaces following driver safety guidelines, touch target sizing, and accessibility requirements
- You will learn to integrate voice and assistant features, implement navigation apps with turn-by-turn guidance, and work with media playback and audio routing
- You will learn to test, debug, and deploy automotive applications using unit testing, integration testing, and distribution through Google Play

Requirements
- Kotlin fundamentals
- Android development fundamentals

Description
Overview

This comprehensive course takes you from zero to expert in Android Automotive OS development, covering everything from basic concepts to production-ready app deployment. Whether you're an Android developer looking to expand into automotive or a complete beginner, this course provides the complete toolkit needed to build sophisticated apps for modern vehicles.

What You'll Learn

Foundation & Setup (Modules 1-2)

Start with a solid understanding of Android Automotive OS fundamentals, including its evolution, key features, and how it differs from Android Auto. Learn to set up your development environment with Android Studio, configure the automotive emulator, and prepare for both virtual and physical device testing.

Core Architecture & Development (Modules 3-4)

Dive deep into the Android Automotive OS architecture, including:

Vehicle Hardware Abstraction Layer (VHAL)- Access real vehicle data

Car Service and Car APIs- Integrate with automotive services

Application Framework- Build your first automotive app

Advanced Development- Multi-screen support, background processing, and performance optimization

User Experience & Design (Module 5)

Master automotive-specific UI design principles:

Driver safety guidelines and touch target optimization

Color, contrast, and typography requirements

System UI awareness and app launcher compatibility

Custom components, animations, and accessibility features

Specialized App Development (Modules 6-8)

Build production-ready apps across key automotive categories:

Navigation & Maps:

Navigation Template API implementation

Location services and route optimization

Google Maps integration and custom map providers

Voice & Assistant Integration:

App Actions for voice commands

Voice-first design principles

Custom voice commands and context awareness

Media & Audio:

Media session and controller implementation

Audio routing and focus management

Multi-zone audio control

Connectivity & Testing (Modules 9-10)

Bluetooth and Wi-Fi integration

External device connectivity

Network communication and offline capabilities

Comprehensive testing strategies with unit, integration, and UI testing

Production Deployment (Modules 11-12)

App signing, packaging, and version management

Distribution through Google Play for Automotive and OEM stores

Real-world project development and team collaboration

Key Features

12 comprehensive moduleswith 100+ bite-sized lessons

Hands-on projectsthroughout the course

Real-world examplesand best practices

Complete development lifecyclefrom setup to deployment

Industry-standard toolsand testing methodologies

Production-ready codewith no placeholders

Prerequisites

Basic Android development knowledge is helpful but not required. The course includes everything needed to get started, from environment setup to advanced concepts.

Who this course is for:
- Android Developers who want to expand their skills into the automotive domain and create native applications for vehicle infotainment systems, leveraging their existing Java/Kotlin and Android Studio expertise.
- Software Developers including mobile app developers, IoT engineers, embedded systems developers, and enterprise developers seeking to enter the growing automotive technology market and build solutions for connected vehicles.
- Anyone Interested in automotive technology, including product managers, technical leads, automotive consultants, students, entrepreneurs, and professionals who want to understand the future of connected vehicles and Android Automotive OS capabilities.
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