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Need a good book for an absolute Android beginner

 
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I am and experienced Java developer and am interested in developing Android apps.

I saw this book recommended in some posts here in the forum: Android Study Guide for Pro Android 3
Are there any others that anyone could recommend?
Thanks!
 
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You can also try

Learning Android by O'Reilly
 
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Some recommendations: http://www.javaranch.com/bunkhouse/bookSearch.jsp?content=android

Also check out the book list in the AndroidFaq.
 
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I have just done some recommendations for learning Android on my blog here: http://automateddeveloper.blogspot.com/2011/06/getting-started-best-books-to-learn.html


But personally, I quite liked Hello, Android as a book to get started!
 
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Brady, I'd recommend the official android developer site. It's the best tutorial out there. Yes sometimes you may get lost, but I feel it's the best.
 
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Thanks very much for all the recommendations everyone!
 
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My friend told me that he is doing it from Android Application for Dummies....
Can any one tell me as to should i refer this book.

Thank You in advnce
 
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