Android Graphics with OpenGL ES

Imperial College London develops Android graphics from OpenGL fundamentals into two- and three-dimensional objects. More complex models lead to a 3D logo project. The course provides a specialized graphics path for developers who already understand Android applications.

What you will learn

• Set up introductory OpenGL graphics in Android.
• Represent and render 2D and 3D objects.
• Build a small 3D logo with OpenGL ES.

Who this suits

Intermediate learners with basic Android app-development and Java-programming knowledge.

Before you enroll

Check device or emulator graphics support and the OpenGL ES version used. Rendering work has different debugging and performance concerns from standard Android UI layouts.

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Put it into practice

Render a simple 3D logo, then vary its orientation and one visual setting. Record how those changes affect the image and whether the frame rate remains usable on the test device.

Source and review

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