17. Designing and Developing Bulletproof Android Applications

In this chapter, we cover tips and techniques from our years in the trenches of mobile software design and development. We also warn you—the designers, developers, and managers of mobile applications—of the various and sundry pitfalls you should do your best to avoid. Reading this chapter all at one time when you’re new to mobile development might be a bit overwhelming. Instead, consider reading specific sections when planning the parts of the overall process. Some of our advice might not be appropriate for your particular project, and processes can always be improved. Hopefully this information about how mobile development projects succeed (or fail) gives you some insight into how you might improve the chances of success for your own proj....