[UDM] Google Maps SDK for Android with Kotlin | Masterclass (Jun 2023) + Files

Introduction to Kotlin for Google Maps SDK
Discover how to fully utilise Google Maps SDK for Android using the newest Kotlin programming language in this masterclass. With a masterful instructor, Stefan Jovanovic, the Google Maps SDK for Android with Kotlin | Masterclass provides nearly 8 hours of hands-on lessons aimed at helping you create location-based applications as a professional. First, you will learn the basics of Android Studio setup, including how to obtain an API key through the Google Cloud Platform and how to prepare for both debugging and releasing builds using best security practices.

Customizing and Controlling Maps
After everything is set up, you will get into how to style your map experience to fit any application. Learn how to switch on/off map functions like zoom, compass, map inputs like scroll, tilt, rotate, etc. You will also learn how to switch between types of maps, use dark view or light view, and customize maps. You will make your apps interactive by developing dynamic markers, markers that allow one to drag, areas that allow one to click, and overlays in the form of polygons, circles, and polylines.

Advanced Features and Real-World Project
Beyond the basics, the Google Maps SDK for Android with Kotlin | Masterclass dives deep into advanced tools and libraries. You’ll work with GeoJSON rendering, heatmaps, and marker clustering using the Maps SDK Utility Library. To put your skills into practice, you’ll build a fully functional Distance Tracker application. This project includes a foreground service for continuous location tracking, background permission handling with Easy Permissions, real‑time notifications, distance and time calculations, and the integration of Dagger‑Hilt for clean dependency management.

Who This Course Is For
The Google Maps SDK for Android with Kotlin | Masterclass is ideal for intermediate Android developers who already have experience with Kotlin and Android architecture components. It’s not aimed at complete beginners, but if you’re ready to move from basic apps to building a feature‑rich, production‑ready project, this course is perfect for you. By the end, you’ll not only have a strong grasp of Google Maps SDK but also a polished, real-world application in your portfolio, setting you apart as a developer who can deliver modern, location‑aware mobile solutions.