10 Years of Android Development: The Retrospective

Embark on a journey through a decade of Android development in this 43-minute conference talk presented by Julien Salvi at Paris Android Makers by droidcon 2023. Explore the evolution of Android development from 2011 to the present, starting with the early days of Galaxy S and Froyo (2.2) when Fragments were non-existent, Holo design was considered cutting-edge, and ActionBarSherlock was the go-to solution. Discover the significant milestones and transformations in the Android ecosystem, including the introduction of Fragments, the shift to Material Design, and the recent adoption of Kotlin and Jetpack Compose. Gain insights through entertaining anecdotes and practical code samples that illustrate the progression of Android development practices over the years. Whether you're a seasoned developer or new to the platform, this retrospective offers valuable perspective on how far Android development has come and where it's headed.