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Fragmented - Android Developer Podcast

Donn Felker, Kaushik Gopal
Android Development
Kotlin
Logcat
Immutable Arrays
Jetpack Compose
Entrepreneurship
Observability
Timber
Data Oriented Programming
Public Speaking
Amper
Square
Performance
Rapid Prototyping
AI Integration
Gradle
IDE Tooling
Software Development
Dependency Injection
Leak Canary

The Fragmented Podcast is the leading Android developer podcast started by Kaushik Gopal & Donn Felker. Our goal is to help you become a better Android Developer through conversation & to capture the zeitgeist of Android development. We chat about topics such as Testing, Dependency Injection, Patterns and Practices, useful libraries, and much more. We will also be interviewing some of the top deve... more

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Latest Episodes

Join us as we talk with Vinay Gaba, Android GDE and leading voice in Android development, about the future of the field. Vinay shares insights from interviews with top Android devs on their three-year predictions, and offers his own perspective. We c... more

In this episode, we dive into the power of rapid prototyping for Android developers using Kotlin. We explore how this crucial skill can impress stakeholders, accelerate your workflow, and help you stay ahead in today's fast-paced tech landscape. We'l... more

In this episode, we dive into the programming paradigm — Data Oriented Programming (DOP) and why making data the star can simplify your code. Learn how well-modeled data reduces defensive logic, prevents invalid states, and keeps your apps stable. We... more

In this episode, discover how Dan Rusu’s pods4k Immutable Arrays library can deliver 2–8× speed boosts and 5× lower memory usage in Kotlin/Android apps. We first revisit the fundamentals of autoboxing/unboxing and immutability to understand their imp... more

Kaushik looks at a new logging library from Square called logcat. He starts by seeing how the popular Timber library does it along with the benefits. He then interviews Pierre-Yves Ricau (Piwai) of Square, the creator of logcat, to explore its origin... more

In this episode of Fragmented, Kaushik dives into the importance of creating your own starter template to streamline app development and minimize decision fatigue. He shares insights from his own starter template - Playground Android.

Looking to the... more

In this episode, Kaushik explores the evolution of dependency injection (DI) in Android development. Dagger has been the de-facto solution for DI in Android but there might be a new king in DI-town. He also chats with friend of the show and dependenc... more

We're back from the hiatus with our SemiQuicentennial episode! With the momentous 250 comes some big announcements and a shift in the way we do things.

Listen to find out the details!

Shownotes: fragmentedpodcast.com/episodes/250

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host

Recent Guests

Vinay Gaba
Senior Engineering Lead and GDE for Android
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Episode: 257 - Future of AndroidDev in an AI world with Vinay Gaba
Dan Rusu
Author of Immutable Arrays, backend engineer with experience in Kotlin.
Episode: 254 - 8× faster 5× memory savings with Dan Rusu’s Immutable Arrays
Márton Braun
Developer advocate at JetBrains focusing on Kotlin-related projects
JetBrains
Episode: 252 - Everyone needs a starter template

Hosts

Kaushik Gopal
Host of Fragmented, enthusiastic about Android development and sharing insights from the community, often accompanied by experts in the field.
Donn Felker
Co-host of Fragmented, providing valuable insights from his extensive experience in Android development and fostering engaging discussions with guests.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 200 ratings
  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Donn and Kaushik’s expertise is tough to top! Their show combines traditional tech elements with authenticity and unique insights. It’s an exceptional resource - highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ArlieLP
    United States2 years ago
  • Kaushik Talks too Much

    Says a lot about an interviewer if they say a lot more than the interviewee, doesn’t it? I enjoy Donn Felker’s approach to interlocution with guests on the show: calm, measured and listens more than he speaks.

    Kaushik is the one reason why I delay listening to episodes of this show until it’s the only podcast episode left for me to listen in a release cycle. It’s also the reason I gave this show 3 stars rating. In attempts to ask a question he talks and talks and talks and talks…and talks. You... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Ug S. M.
    South Africa2 years ago
  • Long time listener, Great content

    Been listening for years, and I have learned quite a few things! Great content and info! 10 out of 10 highly recommended for beginner and long time Android developers and other developers who want to learn more about android or just interested in development podcasts in general!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MOOoo...D
    United States2 years ago
  • Primarily a Swift/iOS dev and this is incredible

    Amazing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    scranton boi
    United States6 years ago
  • Thank you

    I learn a lot with you guys. Thank you very much 😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sidsaks
    France6 years ago
  • Invaluable content for Android Developers 🙏

    Donn, Kaushik and their amazing guests provide some incredibly actionable and compelling content, spotlighting absolute best tools and tactics to help you drastically improve as an Android Developer.

    Highly recommend listening and subscribing to Fragmented if you want the knowledge AND mindsets to get ahead of the curve and sharpen your professional toolkit! 🙌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J. Barshop
    United States6 years ago
  • Great Info

    This is my new favorite podcast. I love the depth of each topic and how relevant it is for my career.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tbsmith11111
    United States7 years ago
  • Excellent resource

    Yes, focused on Android mainly, but has great tips on software development as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mtinob
    United States8 years ago
  • Best podcast for Android Developers

    The best existing podcast for Android developers out there. Very cool guys talking about development and complexity of many available technologies on Android and they know how to not make it over complicated.

    Very valuable source for beginners as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    samramez
    United States8 years ago
  • Great resource

    Great material. I spend my daily commute listening to this podcast. Absolutely love it. Thanks for doing it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hardyshah
    United States8 years ago
  • GREAT SOURCE

    Thanks for sharing your valuable skills and knowledge. Thanks to community ✌🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KK8045
    United States8 years ago
  • Wow. Just wow

    Great podcast started from the first episode a month ago and I have been working my way up

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Towa$33
    United States8 years ago
  • Prasanth

    Awesome. Keep going.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Prash039
    India9 years ago
  • Great content from two active developers

    They provide everything, suggestions, tips, shortcuts, information, insight. The standard is very high. Thank you for making this field a little easier to grasp and get into. Thank You Kaushik and Donn.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lucid_Moments
    Ireland10 years ago
  • Great podcast

    It's a great podcasts, thank you Donn and Koushik. It's was great working with you Donn.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sathya iyer
    United States10 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many enjoy the deep dives into specific tools and practices, making it a go-to resource for software development tips.
Some critiques focus on the interview styles, especially mentioning variations in host engagement during conversations.
Listeners appreciate the hosts' expertise and authenticity, highlighting unique insights combined with technical content.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

257 - Future of AndroidDev in an AI world with Vinay Gaba
Q: What are your predictions for the future of Android development?
Vinay highlighted the importance of AI, growing hardware capabilities, and a higher standard for app quality as key future trends in Android development.
257 - Future of AndroidDev in an AI world with Vinay Gaba
Q: What prompted you to ask this question and why now?
Vinay stated that software engineering is in a strange place, needing insights on how developers position their careers in light of recent rapid changes, particularly due to the introduction of AI technologies.
254 - 8× faster 5× memory savings with Dan Rusu’s Immutable Arrays
Q: Can you explain why arrays are more efficient with memory than lists?
Arrays store primitives directly while lists require auto-boxing, which adds memory overhead.
254 - 8× faster 5× memory savings with Dan Rusu’s Immutable Arrays
Q: What is the five-minute pitch for this library?
Immutable Arrays are faster and safer than traditional arrays and lists, which are mutable and not efficient with primitives.
253 - logcat - a new look at logging with Piwai from Square
Q: What are some general tips around logging and observability?
As apps grow in complexity, it's crucial to add more data to understand customer experiences, but do it carefully to avoid performance issues. Build systems that let you access needed data without incurring costs.

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Focused on enhancing the skills of Android developers, the content covers a range of essential technical topics, including programming paradigms, performance optimization, and best practices in software development. Episodes often feature experienced guests discussing tools and techniques tailored for Android, making it a valuable resource for both novice and experienced developers alike. Unique insights into the Android development community and the hosts' shared experiences provide listeners with practical knowledge and inspiration to elevate their work, while fostering a sense of collaboration within the developer community.

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