SRM INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
RAMAPURAM
FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND HUMANITIES
DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND APPLICATIONS
CURRENT TRENDS IN JAVA WITH ANDROID
The Department of Computer Science and Applications organized a guest lecture program for second-year B.Sc. (CS) and Cyber Security students. The session provided a fresh perspective on the application of Java in Android development and the latest updates in the IT sector.
Date: 31/7/2024 (Tuesday)
Time: 08:30 am to 09:30 am
Venue: Gallery Hall 1, (S & H) SRMIST, Ramapuram
Participants: I BSc (CS & Cyber Security) Students
Organizing Head: Dr. J. Dhilipan Professor & Head / CSA VP – Admin(S&H) SRMIST, Ramapuram
Advisors – Dr. C. Sundar (Dean In-charge FSH, SRMIST, Ramapuram)
Program Coordinators: Dr. J. Jebamalar Tamilselvi, Associate Professor/CS, Dr. K. Sutha, Assistant Professor/CS
Key speaker
- P. Thiyagarajan – Software developer (Servsoft Technologies Pvt. Ltd.)
Summary of the event:
Mrs. Kanimozhi, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science and Applications, welcomed the attendees and introduced the guest.
Dr. J. Jebamalar Tamilselvi, Associate Professor, and Programme Coordinator, Department of Computer Science and Applications, presented tokens of appreciation to the esteemed guest.
Mr. P. Thiyagarajan began the session by discussing the “Latest updates in the Industry” and shared about the reality of placements and layoffs. Then the session continued with deeper insights into Android development.
Common Java libraries and frameworks used in Android development: Android Jetpack, Retrofit, Gson, and Espresso are common Java libraries and frameworks used to enhance functionality, improve efficiency, and streamline the development process.
Java’s role in Developing robust Android Applications:
- Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
- Robust Standard Library
- Error Detection, etc…
Android Architecture: The main components of Android architecture are the following:-
- Applications
- Application Framework (UI)
- Android Runtime
- Platform Libraries
- Linux Kernel
Android Application Components: Overview of the basic building block of an application.
Layouts in Android UI Design: Overview of the layouts of Android’s UI.
Vote of Thanks
Dr.Aswini, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science and Applications delivered the vote of thanks after the session. She expressed her heartfelt gratitude to all the guest speakers for their time, expertise, and valuable insights.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the event “Current Trends in Java with Android Development” provided invaluable insights into the evolving landscape of Android app development. It highlighted the latest advancements in Java and Android technologies, empowering participants with knowledge and practical skills. The event underscored the importance of staying updated to leverage new opportunities in this dynamic field.
Event Outcome:
The event enhanced attendees’ skills by providing insights into the latest trends in Java and Android development, preparing them for future projects.
