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LEARN ANDROID FUNDAMENTALS

Build Android apps with an expert mentor. Part-time or full-time.

Java

Android

Material Design

Program Highlights

Our Android Fundamentals teaches students to build full featured mobile applications. You will learn about the Android operating system, views, resources, databases, network requests, and much more. Bloc programs are intensive and outcome-oriented. They combine an immersive learning experience with online flexibility:

1-on-1 Mentorship With an Experienced Developer
Real Mobile Application Development

Learning at Bloc

Learn Anytime From Anywhere

Pace Options

16 Weeks

25 hrs per wk 2 Mentor Meetings per wk

32 Weeks

10 hrs per wk 1 Mentor Meeting per wk

Choose a Dedicated Mentor

Ensure that you understand core concepts
Hold you accountable and keep you on track
Code review your projects and assignments

Build a Portfolio of Projects

Our curriculum is written by Bloc’s experienced developers and designers. As you progress through the Course with a Mentor, you’ll build a portfolio of three to five projects to enhance your skills.

Bloc is like a personal trainer. In the beginning, we’re lifting most of the weight and you’re learning the techniques and how to use the machines. But towards the end of the program, you’re doing all the lifting and we’re there to spot you.

Android Fundamentals Syllabus

Android roadmap

Foundation

In Bloc’s Android Fundamentals, you’ll forge the skills required to create your own projects. You’ll learn common developer tools such as Git, GitHub and the command line. You’ll study Java, one of the world's most popular programming languages. Finally, you’ll build Blocly, an RSS reader inspired by Google’s Material Design and powered by the latest version of Android.

Learn common developer tools like Git, GitHub, and the command line

Study Java, Android’s primary programming language

Build a real RSS reader app

Android project

Projects

In the Project Phase of your apprenticeship, you’ll leverage the fundamentals learned in the Foundation Phase to build three to five production quality apps. You’ll work on a series of applications to create a portfolio that showcases your talent. During the Project Phase, your mentor will be your client, senior developer, and project manager. Your mentor will provide project requirements, feedback, code reviews, and advice.

Build 3-5 Production-Quality Android Applications

Blocly Release Candidate

Adds features to the foundation project and prepares it for release.

BlocSpot

Combines Yelp search results with GeoFences to create a location-aware Point-of-Interest tracker.

BlocTalk

Uses Android's flexible architecture to build an alternative SMS client.

BlocParty

Integrates Twitter, Instagram and Facebook to create a unified photo browsing experience.

BloQuery

Uses Parse's cloud service to build a Quora replica that allows users to ask and answer questions.

Capstone

Allow students to choose the technologies that interest them and incorporate them into a project of their own design.

A Curriculum Catered to Your Goals

Build A Product

Wayne Johnson

As a pilot who regularly flies internationally, Wayne created an app through Bloc's Android Course that helps fellow pilots and travelers with exchange rates.

Bloc Android Alumnus

Meet Renee

For me, I think Bloc is the perfect balance of support from others, but also learning to stand on your own and code on your own with confidence.

Check out our Alumni Page for more success stories.

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