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I know, since my first attempt was in Java to create a simple app. I know the NDK can be used to create OpenGLES guis, and access the sensors, but for a traditional app it's a lot of work.

Syntax is a subjective thing; I just don't like Java. I was hoping Google was going to come up with something (other than Go), for Android.

I have tried a lot of the work arounds, and simply put, Java is the way to do Android right, so I guess I need to get over it!



Yes, they have done a Reddit AMA a few months ago where they re-stated what they keep saying every time someone asks for an alternative at Google IO.

Java is and will keep being the only main language on Android, with a little help from C++ when needed.

https://www.reddit.com/r/androiddev/comments/4tm8i6/were_on_...

I am on a similar route, but I do like Java, what I dislike is their fork that prevents me to fully use Java™.


Would be a dream if they adopt Swift but then again, the history of blink/webkit fork does come to mind.




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