Android Developers Backstage

Episode 212: Happy birthday, Android Studio!

Jan 24, 2025
Guest
Xavier Ducroy
Guest
Jamal Eason
In this discussion, Jamal Eason, a product manager for Android Studio, and Xavier Ducroy, a tech lead for the IDE, share fascinating insights into the evolution of Android's development environment. They explore the journey from Eclipse to Android Studio, touching on major milestones like the introduction of Kotlin support, the significance of Project Marble, and even the nostalgic end of Android codenames. The duo also delves into future advancements, including AI features that enhance developer experience, making coding faster and more efficient.
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1
Intro
00:00 • 2min
2
The Evolution of Android Studio
01:42 • 7min
3
From Eclipse to Android Studio: A Development Journey
08:26 • 15min
4
Kotlin's Evolution and Android Studio Advancements
22:58 • 9min
5
Integrating C++ Support in Android Studio
31:32 • 2min
6
The End of Android Codenames
33:23 • 6min
7
Evolution of Android Studio
38:56 • 3min
8
Evolution of Android Development Tools
42:23 • 14min
9
Enhancing Developer Experience with AI and JetBrains Features
56:04 • 2min
10
Exploring Features and Future Developments in Android Studio
57:45 • 3min