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Roadmap/Android Data Storage
Beginner to Advanced

Android Data Storage

Master comprehensive data storage solutions in Android from simple preferences to complex database architectures and cloud synchronization

12-14 weeks
9.4k students
4.8 rating
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Key Topics You'll Master

1
Storage Fundamentals and Overview
2
SharedPreferences and DataStore
3
File System Storage
4
SQLite Database Basics
5
Room Database Architecture
6
Database Relationships and Advanced Queries
7
Database Migration and Versioning
8
Data Encryption and Security
9
Content Providers and Data Sharing
10
Cloud Storage Integration
11
Large Dataset Management and Pagination
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Learning Outcomes
  • Choose appropriate storage solutions for different use cases
  • Implement Room database with complex relationships
  • Handle data migrations and versioning
  • Build offline-first applications with sync capabilities
  • Implement secure data storage practices
  • Optimize database performance and queries
  • Integrate with cloud storage and synchronization
  • Handle large datasets and pagination efficiently
Prerequisites
  • Basic Android development knowledge
  • Understanding of Kotlin/Java
  • Familiarity with Android Studio
  • Basic knowledge of SQL
  • Understanding of JSON and data formats
1
Storage Fundamentals and Overview
Understanding Android storage options and choosing the right approach
1 week
Android Storage Landscape Overview
video • 25 min
Storage Types: Internal, External, Cloud
video • 20 min
Data Persistence Strategies
video • 18 min
Storage Security Considerations
video • 22 min
Performance vs Complexity Trade-offs
video • 15 min
Storage Decision Matrix
article • 15 min
Practice: Storage Requirements Analysis
exercise • 30 min
2
SharedPreferences and DataStore
Simple key-value storage for app preferences and settings
1.5 weeks
SharedPreferences Fundamentals
video • 20 min
Reading and Writing Preferences
video • 18 min
Preference Categories and Organization
video • 15 min
SharedPreferences Performance Tips
video • 12 min
DataStore Introduction and Migration
video • 25 min
Preferences DataStore Implementation
video • 22 min
Proto DataStore for Typed Data
video • 20 min
DataStore vs SharedPreferences
article • 12 min
Practice: Settings Screen with DataStore
exercise • 45 min
3
File System Storage
Working with files, directories, and external storage
2 weeks
Internal Storage Fundamentals
video • 22 min
File Operations: Create, Read, Write, Delete
video • 25 min
Directory Management
video • 18 min
External Storage and Scoped Storage
video • 30 min
Media Store API
video • 25 min
Storage Access Framework (SAF)
video • 22 min
File Permissions and Security
video • 20 min
Caching Strategies
video • 18 min
File Compression and Optimization
video • 15 min
Storage Migration Best Practices
article • 15 min
Practice: File Manager App
exercise • 70 min
4
SQLite Database Basics
Foundation of SQLite database development in Android
2 weeks
SQLite Architecture and Features
video • 20 min
SQL Fundamentals Review
video • 25 min
SQLiteOpenHelper Implementation
video • 30 min
Database Creation and Schema Design
video • 25 min
CRUD Operations Implementation
video • 28 min
Cursor Management and Navigation
video • 22 min
Database Versioning and Upgrades
video • 20 min
Transactions and Data Integrity
video • 18 min
Raw Queries vs Prepared Statements
video • 15 min
SQLite Performance Optimization
article • 18 min
Practice: Contact Database App
exercise • 80 min
5
Room Database Architecture
Modern database access with Room persistence library
2.5 weeks
Room Architecture Components
video • 25 min
Entity Classes and Annotations
video • 22 min
Data Access Objects (DAOs)
video • 30 min
Database Class and Configuration
video • 20 min
Query Methods and Annotations
video • 25 min
Insert, Update, Delete Operations
video • 22 min
Complex Queries and Joins
video • 28 min
LiveData Integration
video • 20 min
Flow and RxJava Support
video • 18 min
Type Converters and Custom Types
video • 20 min
Room Testing Strategies
video • 15 min
Room vs SQLite Comparison
article • 12 min
Practice: Task Management App with Room
exercise • 90 min
6
Database Relationships and Advanced Queries
Implement complex relationships and advanced query patterns
2 weeks
One-to-One Relationships
video • 22 min
One-to-Many Relationships
video • 25 min
Many-to-Many Relationships
video • 30 min
Embedded Objects and Nested Queries
video • 20 min
Junction Tables and Cross-References
video • 25 min
Advanced Query Techniques
video • 28 min
Aggregation and Group Operations
video • 22 min
Full-Text Search Implementation
video • 25 min
Query Performance Optimization
video • 20 min
Database Design Best Practices
article • 18 min
Practice: Blog App with Complex Relationships
exercise • 85 min
7
Database Migration and Versioning
Handle database schema changes and version management
1.5 weeks
Database Migration Fundamentals
video • 20 min
Automatic vs Manual Migrations
video • 18 min
Writing Migration Scripts
video • 25 min
Testing Database Migrations
video • 22 min
Fallback Strategies
video • 15 min
Data Transformation During Migration
video • 20 min
Version Control and Schema Management
video • 18 min
Migration Best Practices
article • 15 min
Practice: Migration Scenarios
exercise • 50 min
8
Data Encryption and Security
Secure sensitive data with encryption and security measures
1.5 weeks
Data Security Fundamentals
video • 20 min
EncryptedSharedPreferences
video • 22 min
Database Encryption with SQLCipher
video • 25 min
File Encryption Techniques
video • 20 min
Key Management and Android Keystore
video • 25 min
Secure Data Transmission
video • 18 min
Data Masking and Anonymization
video • 15 min
Security Best Practices
article • 15 min
Practice: Secure Note App
exercise • 60 min
9
Content Providers and Data Sharing
Share data between applications using Content Providers
1.5 weeks
Content Provider Architecture
video • 25 min
Creating Custom Content Providers
video • 30 min
URI Matching and Content URIs
video • 22 min
Content Resolver Operations
video • 20 min
Accessing System Content Providers
video • 25 min
Content Provider Permissions
video • 18 min
Batch Operations and Transactions
video • 20 min
Content Provider Testing
article • 15 min
Practice: Document Provider Implementation
exercise • 65 min
10
Cloud Storage Integration
Integrate with cloud storage services and synchronization
2 weeks
Cloud Storage Overview
video • 20 min
Firebase Firestore Integration
video • 30 min
Firebase Realtime Database
video • 25 min
Google Drive API Integration
video • 25 min
AWS S3 and DynamoDB
video • 22 min
Offline-First Architecture
video • 25 min
Data Synchronization Strategies
video • 28 min
Conflict Resolution
video • 20 min
Cloud Storage Security
video • 18 min
Cloud Integration Best Practices
article • 15 min
Practice: Cloud-Synced Todo App
exercise • 80 min
11
Large Dataset Management and Pagination
Handle large datasets efficiently with pagination and optimization
1.5 weeks
Large Dataset Challenges
video • 20 min
Paging Library 3 Architecture
video • 25 min
PagingSource Implementation
video • 22 min
RemoteMediator for Network+Database
video • 25 min
Paging with RecyclerView
video • 20 min
Load States and Error Handling
video • 18 min
Database Pagination Strategies
video • 20 min
Memory Management for Large Data
article • 15 min
Practice: Paginated News Feed
exercise • 60 min
12
Performance Optimization and Monitoring
Optimize storage performance and implement monitoring
1.5 weeks
Storage Performance Fundamentals
video • 22 min
Database Query Optimization
video • 25 min
Indexing Strategies
video • 20 min
Background Thread Management
video • 18 min
Memory Usage Optimization
video • 20 min
Storage Profiling Tools
video • 22 min
Performance Monitoring and Analytics
video • 18 min
Caching Strategies
video • 20 min
Performance Best Practices
article • 15 min
Practice: Performance Optimization Lab
exercise • 55 min
13
Testing Data Storage
Comprehensive testing strategies for data storage components
1 week
Data Storage Testing Overview
video • 20 min
Unit Testing DAOs and Repositories
video • 25 min
In-Memory Database Testing
video • 22 min
Migration Testing
video • 18 min
Integration Testing with Room
video • 20 min
Mocking Storage Dependencies
video • 18 min
Performance Testing
video • 15 min
Testing Best Practices
article • 12 min
Practice: Comprehensive Test Suite
exercise • 50 min
14
Advanced Topics and Architecture Patterns
Advanced storage patterns, architecture, and future considerations
1 week
Repository Pattern Implementation
video • 25 min
Multi-Module Data Architecture
video • 22 min
Database Sharding and Partitioning
video • 20 min
Event Sourcing and CQRS
video • 25 min
Data Layer Architecture Patterns
video • 20 min
Future of Android Storage
video • 15 min
Microservices and Storage
article • 15 min
Capstone Project: Multi-Source Data App
exercise • 120 min
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