To run Android apps on a Mac, use emulators like Android Studio or Genymotion. Install Android Studio from Google’s website, set up a virtual device, and run apps via the Google Play Store.

Now, Part 3 will take you through the steps to build and run the app in an Android device emulator or live device. We’ll first use Gradle to build the app’s application package (APK) file.

Getting to know Android Studio and the files that make up your apps If you're diving into Android development for the first time, knowing how to use Android Studio can be very confusing. Let us help!

Android has a large, vibrant ecosystem of applications. From Heartstone to Plex to Twitter, Google Play is home to over 1.5 million mobile apps, according to AppBrain. Wouldn't it be great to run ...