I’m New to Android Development—Where Do I Start?

Make sure to check out the guide on getting started with Android app development; it's super helpful for beginners!

If you’re looking for more direct help, there are professionals who can assist you! Just reach out when you feel ready.

I took some courses to learn Kotlin, and you can indeed write all your code directly in Android Studio. It's straightforward once you get the hang of it!

That's a lot of questions! First, if you're starting from scratch with programming, I suggest picking up the basics first. The Android Developers Kotlin course is a great resource because it covers programming fundamentals and helps you create your first simple apps. You might also want to check out YouTube for videos on the "Android Kotlin developer roadmap"—there's a wealth of information out there to help you get started!

To answer your questions:

1. You don't need any other software apart from Android Studio, which is an IDE (Integrated Development Environment). It's everything you need in one package.
2. For coding and learning Kotlin, definitely check out the [official Kotlin documentation](https://kotlinlang.org/docs/home.html). It’s packed with useful info to guide you through using your IDE and running your app.
3. About using AI - Android Studio has built-in AI tools, and there are plugins available for more advanced AI assistants. AI can definitely be a great help, but make sure you truly understand the code it suggests instead of just copying and pasting.
4. Regarding your computer's power, there's no strict requirement. Start with what you've got and see if it's too slow—upgrade when you feel it's necessary!