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Android Build a Simple Android App (retired 2014) Getting Started with Android Android Setup and the Crystal Ball Project

Matthew Cahn
Matthew Cahn
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Posted by Matthew Cahn
Matthew Cahn
6,301 Points

Linux???

Hi, I've got Linux and your packages don't include it. I'm gonna look to get around this issue but you should probably add it with android being a modified linux distribution and all.

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James Barnett
James Barnett
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James Barnett
James Barnett
39,199 Points

You need to install the following:

  • Java development kit (JDK).
  • Android Software Development Kit (SDK)
  • Eclipse Integrated Development Environment (IDE)
  • Android Development Tool (ADT) Plugin for Eclipse IDE

A quick Google found these install tips for Fedora & Ubuntu

Stone Preston
Stone Preston
42,016 Points
Stone Preston
Stone Preston
42,016 Points

you can download the ADT bundle for linux and other various platforms here

Unsubscribed User
Unsubscribed User
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Thanks