Getting Started with Material Design

Overview

Learn the fundamentals of Material Design in this 36-minute conference talk from the Big Android BBQ 2015. Explore the guiding principles of design, discover how to create consistent and intuitive app interfaces, and understand when to follow or break design rules. Dive into topics such as Floating Action Buttons, CoordinatorLayout, SnackBar messages, Gestalt Laws of Grouping, color palettes, typography, imagery, meaningful motion, transitions, and adaptive design. Gain practical knowledge on implementing Material Design elements in Android development, including tips on managing space and breakpoints. Perfect for beginners and experienced developers looking to enhance their app's visual appeal and user experience.

Syllabus

Intro
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Target Audience and Caveats
What is Material Design?
Floating Action Bar
Adding a FAB
CoordinatorLayout
Creating a simple SnackBar message
Gestalt Laws of Grouping
Picking a Good Color Palette
Typography Definitions
Setting a Font
Using a Custom Font
Android Typographical Scale
Using Typographical Scale
Android Typography Pro-tips
Choosing and Using Imagery
Meaningful Motion
Transition Manager
Transition Demo
Transition Types
Activity Transitions
Adaptive Design
Strategies for Managing Space
How to implement breakpoints