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Working with Media APIs in Android Kotlin Application Development

Learning outcomes:

Write a detailed technically precise but simple and easy to understand student lab work book on the topic of using the various Media APIs in Android KOTLIN Application Development

In this lab workbook, students will learn how to use various Media APIs in Android Kotlin Application Development to play audio and video content. The lab exercises will guide students step-by-step, providing a simple and easy-to-understand approach to mastering the Media APIs.

Chapter 1: Setting up the project

Install and open Android Studio.

Create a new Android project with Kotlin support.

Select API level and choose an appropriate emulator for testing.

Configure the project's build.gradle file with required dependencies.

Chapter 2: Playing Audio

Create a layout file with a Play and a Stop button.

Initialize the MediaPlayer class in the MainActivity.kt file.

Load an audio file from the raw resource folder and set it as the MediaPlayer's data source.

Implement the Play button's onClickListener to start playing the audio.

Implement the Stop button's onClickListener to stop the audio playback.

Release the MediaPlayer resources in the onDestroy() method.

Chapter 3: Playing Video

Create a layout file with a VideoView and a Play button.

Initialize the MediaController class in the MainActivity.kt file[1].

Load a video file from the raw resource folder and set it as the VideoView's data source.

Implement the Play button's onClickListener to start playing the video.

Attach the MediaController to the VideoView.

Handle the video playback lifecycle events (e.g., onPause, onResume, and onStop).

Chapter 4: Testing the Application

Run the application on an Android emulator or a physical device.

Test the audio playback functionality.

Test the video playback functionality.

Check if the MediaController is working correctly for video playback.

Ensure that the application handles lifecycle events appropriately.

Conclusion:

Upon completion of this lab workbook, students will have a solid understanding of how to use Media APIs in Android Kotlin Application Development to play audio and video content. By mastering these skills, developers can create more interactive and media-rich applications for their users.

References:

[1]

Building a video player activity⁠

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[2]

Developer Guides⁠

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[3]

Android Kotlin Fundamentals | Training Courses⁠

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