Android Jetpack Practice Exam
The Android Jetpack exam assesses a candidate's proficiency in using the Android Jetpack libraries to build modern, robust, and maintainable Android applications. Jetpack is a suite of libraries, tools, and guidance to help developers follow best practices, reduce boilerplate code, and write code that works consistently across Android versions and devices. The exam covers key components such as LiveData, ViewModel, Navigation, Room, WorkManager, and more.
Skills Required
- Java/Kotlin Programming: Proficient understanding of Java or Kotlin.
- Android Architecture Components: Knowledge of ViewModel, LiveData, Room, and other architecture components.
- UI/UX Design: Skills in designing responsive and user-friendly interfaces.
- Navigation and Navigation Graphs: Ability to manage in-app navigation.
- Asynchronous Programming: Proficiency in handling asynchronous tasks using WorkManager and other tools.
Who should take the exam?
- Android Developers: Developers looking to enhance their skills in modern Android development practices.
- Software Engineers: Engineers who want to ensure their Android applications are scalable and maintainable.
- Students and Learners: Computer science students and self-taught developers aiming to validate their Android development skills.
- IT Professionals: Developers aiming to keep up with the latest Android development standards.
- Freelancers: Independent developers who want to prove their proficiency in Android Jetpack libraries to clients.
Course Outline
The Android Jetpack exam covers the following topics :-
Module 1: Introduction to Android Jetpack
- Overview of Android Jetpack
- Benefits of Using Jetpack Components
- Setting Up the Development Environment
Module 2: Lifecycle Management
- Understanding Lifecycle-Aware Components
- Using ViewModel for UI-related Data
- LiveData for Reactive Programming
Module 3: Navigation Component
- Setting Up Navigation Graphs
- Safe Args and Passing Data between Destinations
- Handling Fragment Transactions
Module 4: Data Persistence with Room
- Introduction to Room Database
- Entity, DAO, and Database Setup
- Querying and Observing Data Changes
Module 5: UI Design with Jetpack
- Using ConstraintLayout and MotionLayout
- Implementing Data Binding
- Building Dynamic UI with RecyclerView and Paging
Module 6: WorkManager for Background Tasks
- Introduction to WorkManager
- Defining and Scheduling Work Requests
- Chaining and Managing Work
Module 7: Jetpack Compose (Optional Advanced Module)
- Basics of Jetpack Compose
- Building UI Components with Compose
- State Management in Compose
Module 8: Testing and Debugging
- Unit Testing with Jetpack Components
- UI Testing with Espresso and Robolectric
- Debugging Jetpack Components
Module 9: Advanced Jetpack Topics
- Navigation with Deep Links
- Integrating Hilt for Dependency Injection
- Handling Multiple Back Stacks
Module 10: Exam Preparation and Practice
- Reviewing Key Concepts and Skills
- Practice Questions and Mock Exams
- Exam Tips and Strategies