Android Development 101: Before you begin

Here are a couple of things you need before you start android programming

1. You need to have an understanding of the java programming language.

• if you have never programmed before, you should probably start here

2. You need a computer that runs on at least

• Windows XP (32 bit), Vista (32 or 64 bit), or Windows 7 (32 or 64 bit)
• Mac OS X (Intel) 10.5.8 (x86 only)
• Linux (i386)

3. Java Development Kit

• Download here

4. Eclipse IDE

• Download here

5. Android SDK

• Download Android ADT Bundle here