a simple start for android development

Some time ago, i started learning the android development platform. Actually, its not that bad and hard at all. If you know java, and have a good understanding in software architectures, you are half way!

So a few months ago i started tha basics, following this tutorial
http://www.vogella.de/articles/Android/article.html

Its explained very well and all stuff works! the only software that you need for basic development are eclipse IDE and the android development kit. For that last one you can also use the eclipse update manager...thats sometimes easier.

Its cool if you can run your app on your own android smartphone, but its not needed! There is simulator included in the SDK.

Enjoy!