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App Developer Bidding

Is there a website where you post what you want and developers bid to do the work? I've used similar services before for html / php / java and was wondering if it was available for android apps???

sites like guru.com and rentacoder.com you may be able to find people.
Do you mind explaining the project"s" your looking at having done. Might find some people here who will be able to help and assist

I thought i saw something similar on www.anddev.org

Sluzpuppet said:
sites like guru.com and rentacoder.com you may be able to find people.
Do you mind explaining the project"s" your looking at having done. Might find some people here who will be able to help and assist
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Here is my thought (remember, I'm not a developer):
A super basic app: a single icon (like wifi tether) that opens a predefined url that has users info appended to the end as arguments, see example below:
Code:
mydomain,com/page.php?name=mike&id=1234&color=blue
Users info are just text fields with no validation and are setup from the menu button.
This would be a customizable app. A person could modify the app by adding (changing) three files
icon image
url.xml - contains the base url and perhaps the app name
user.xml - contains the users data fields
above example users.xml would add 3 setup fields for name, id, color
by changing the url xml file, you could setup app to piont to any domain
by changing the users.xml, you could setup any number of arguments
by changing icon, app image would match users preference
Ideally it would be best if it could have multiple occurances of the app (maybe just app name being different would work) because I may want it for mydomain.com any you may want to use it for yourdomain.com
Hope this makes sense.

[GREAT INFO] Searching Within XDA-Developers!!!

I have seen countless posts in response to a question that has been asked before to SEARCH BEFORE YOU POST!
BUT… Maybe some people are unsure about how to effectively search within a forum, or using the GOOGLE super search interwebz machine! I propose that we collectively share some great info and how-to’s on effective searching! I will update the OP periodically as additional info comes along.
There was only a short bit of info on searching these forums in the “How to use these forums-Please read thread” so why not some more?!
We all know that searching within a forum can be pretty much useless if done incorrectly, so here we go!
BASIC SEARCH TIPS –
- When performing a search – DO NOT just use the basic SEARCH THIS FORUM function! (SEE search1.jpg) This is pretty much useless and will give you a millions billions irrelevant results.
- ADVANCED SEARCH is your best friend – I find this is the best jumping off point for a search on XDA. Simply click ADVANCED SEARCH, your keyword(s), and choose SEARCH TITLES ONLY. This will filter out a TON of irrelevant info, and get right to the point! I used “setcpu” as an example. After this search, only threads WITH “setcpu” in the title will be shown. (SEE search2.jpg)
-GOOGLE is also a great way to search within XDA – Many people prefer to use GOOGLE to search within XDA anyway! Most of the time, you can just type “XDA keyword(s)” and you will likely return your desired results. Try typing “XDA root evo” and see what happens!
You can also perform a site specific search with the :site search function - ex) evo root site:forum.xda-developers.com
(submitted by kamiller42)
-Performing a search within a thread is a great tool as well! Let's say you have just flashed a new ROM, but may be uncertain if a certain kernel is compatible.(See search3.jpg) EX) Just flashed Myn's Warm TPT, and want to see info on Netarchy's kernels for this ROM. When in the ROM thread click "Search Thread" and simply type your keyword (I used netarchy). Now every post that contains "netarchy" within the thread is shown. AWESOME!
Hope this helps a few, and if you have some good search tips POST EM!

.... what he said....

If you are using Google, you can narrow the search to a specific site.
Ex: "evo root site:forum.xda-developers.com"

kamiller42 said:
If you are using Google, you can narrow the search to a specific site.
Ex: "evo root site:forum.xda-developers.com"
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Thank you. Updated OP.

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Having troubles Searching XDA from within Dolphin HD, on both my EVO and my Galaxy Tab.
When I press Search it brings up the text box, then when I click within it to type the box disappears and it throws my screen outta whack (zooms in a little).
Does it every time on the XDA webpage but other pages seem to be working fine.
This a Flash thing? It's up to date, AFAIK.
Hopefully just a clickable thingamabob that isn't clicked but I'm having no luck.
Thanks.

Kick ass apps wanted

Need an apk that signs my update.zip files from titanium blackup.
I don't understand why it hasn't been done. The code to do it is already in java! Search the forums for testsign.jar
I know everything you need to do to get it done but I don't have a development environment at my disposal. Help me out and I'll show you how to convert your jarred up code libraries to run on android!
Please and Thank You.
* edit - this question has been solved by brainmaster! ZipSigner if you find this application helpful please thank him below.
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New application proposal: ZeroNetAccess (ZeNA?)
Concept: an app that can block other apps network access.
Market alternative: DroidWall (root only, low market potential)
Methods: Maybe by modifying the apk manifest and resigning? Im not sure if there is a framework you could subclass for this.
Why: i turned off stats reporting for an app and i saw it writing reports to the web from logcat. Google took our rights away by not letting us do this from the application settings. Its my device and i have to pay the bill not google or the rude ppl who made the app. I will never understand why we were not given the right to administer mobile data access rights.
Potential: highly lucrative. People want to save money nowadays. In that respect voiding phone warranty for root access may not sit well with potential customer.
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Avid Droidery said:
New application proposal: ZeroNetAccess (ZeNA?)
Concept: an app that can block other apps network access.
Methods: Maybe by modifying the apk manifest and resigning? Im not sure if there is a framework you could subclass for this.
Why: i turned off stats reporting for an app and i saw it writing reports to the web from logcat. Google took our rights away by not letting us do this from the application settings. Its my device and i have to pay the bill not google or the rude ppl who made the app. I will never understand why we were not given the right to administer mobile data access rights.
Potential: highly lucrative. People want to save money nowadays.
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For rooted devices try DroidWall

Application Proposal: Web Page to PDF/HTML Safari Plug-In
Concept: Seriously?
Why: Cant save pages from the browser I safari always reloads the page when you come back to it from other activities (pointless nethog!) whats the friggin cache for anyway? It is better to save an article copy that you could view on the computer later or add to your info library if you write books or do any kinda technical research than it is to save a bookmark that may become 404 not found. Researchers nightmare!
Methods: execute shell command wget on page source. Use regular expression to get media list. Build directory tree. For each media call wget. Done.
Potential: medium. Not many people are so technically inclined.
Usefulness: extremely high, especially with zip/+email caps.. Roundabout source code viewer for nosy/curious folks.
Average potential, stream lehigh usefulness I would sell for a buck 99. Free (1 ad per saved page, no zip email)
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3rdstring said:
For rooted devices try DroidWall
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Thank you! Will do!
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Application proposal: WarBastard
Concept: wardriving app featuring google my maps! Maps are shared globally by locale. Signals can be pinpointed by triangulation through cross reference of mac address, signal strength and previously detected locations in a global locale based database. While we are at, throw in a google navigation intent, and a compass with distance to closest accesible AP! Dont stop there! I wonder where that cell tower is located?
Purpose: to aid weary travellers and cheap bastards to connect with their loved ones and services over open networks. Services could also be used for cellular network signal diagnostics across hundreds of thousands of devices.
Potential: astronomical I would pay 5 bux. Better yet 12 bucks per year. Free (1 ad per download of database, 1 ad per connect to AP. Possibly integrated with APs for increased revenue potential across the board.) The map data can also be used to find good places to set up an advertising AP 4 even more potential earnings.
Anybody wanna pay me to sit around and do this all day? Lol.
SERIOUSLY you are looking at my qualifications. Asking 50k p. yr. to start Project Mgr./Analyst/Sr. Developer. consulting options available. Willing to relocate. Pm for inquiries/proposals.
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Avid Droidery said:
Need an apk that signs my update.zip files from titanium blackup.
I don't understand why it hasn't been done. The code to do it is already in java! Search the forums for testsign.jar
I know everything you need to do to get it done but I don't have a development environment at my disposal. Help me out and I'll show you how to convert your jarred up code libraries to run on android!
Please and Thank You.
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You should use the search function: ZipSigner.
It implements in the Titanium Backup and signs it on your wish.

brainmaster said:
You should use the search function
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You are correct. I should never have assumed that this wasn't already in the market. Actually I didn't really plan to use this to sign titanium backups. For my purpose however the concept is the same.
* edit Human beings arent the fastest search engine but collectively we are the most accurate information sources on the planet. feel free to quote me on this
I thought that it would be better to ask someone who might know than it would be to search for something that may not exist. If I had access to a computer I would have no questions to post. Only answers! Being that I am stuck on my android for the time being, I appreciate all the help I can get!
Thank you for providing me with another helpful for resource!
* Edit: Dear brainmaster, words cannot express my level of gratitude! I am truly overjoyed by the passing of this shortcoming. Signapktic is exactly what I was looking for and I never would have found this application had it not been for your assistance. The topic of this thread is kick ass apps wanted. Even though this is an application that no longer needs to be developed (because real developers don't reinvent the wheel unless absolutely necessary,) you have met or exceeded the topic issue with flying colors!
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New application proposal: Launchpad Homescreen Widget
Concept: a widget that will pop up an on screen menu (complete with icons) onClick similar to pc desktop start menus. Customizable shortcuts Horizontal or vertical (and scrollable) layouts by preference and Customizable folders.
Why: I would rather have a feature like this than an app drawer any day. This would allow individuals to organize launcher short cuts by task. It would also be great if it were possible to open files in the system such as pdf, video, music or text files with appropriate application. Another great feature would be the ability to launch shell scripts. I have searched the market and nothing like this was found.
Potential: high. will save customer time allow them to become more visually organized and task oriented as well as adding more visual appeal to the home screens. $5.99 I would buy it! Time limited trial only.
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Location and Wifi

I want to build an app that requires me to store and remember locations. I'm not sure if it's possible to remember and distinguish between different Wifi but that would be ideal. I am confused about how to start this and where to go. I read the Android guide on developer.andoird.com. Few question:
1)Firstly when I get the location what do I exactly store/remember?
2)Should I create a database like SQLite to store this information or are there other practices for this sort of work?
Sorry I am very new with Location and Network on Android ... Thanks!

anyone?

AppDevProject said:
anyone?
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At first you should search and read developer.android.com tutorials and documentation
second- there is several very good tutorials.
And your questions:
1) you can decide what coordinate you want to store (latitude, altitude, longitude, speed, direction, and several others)
2) it's depend of purpose of you app. If you want only log your position, I think at beginning it would be enough to save this data to files (csv file or any other)
If you wish I can send you my example of app which shows your current location

darvark said:
At first you should search and read developer.android.com tutorials and documentation
second- there is several very good tutorials.
And your questions:
1) you can decide what coordinate you want to store (latitude, altitude, longitude, speed, direction, and several others)
2) it's depend of purpose of you app. If you want only log your position, I think at beginning it would be enough to save this data to files (csv file or any other)
If you wish I can send you my example of app which shows your current location
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If you could please show me an example that would be wonderful!

AppDevProject said:
If you could please show me an example that would be wonderful!
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Watch this I/O video about the new location api. They tell you how to do it right

AppDevProject said:
If you could please show me an example that would be wonderful!
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Hi,
Sorry for delay. in attachment you can find sources of my app

[Q] My App doesn't Show on Google Play Search Results

Hello,
I've just published my new APP 1 day ago ( about 27 hours ago ), when I search for it by it's name it doesn't appear in search results at all,
BUT, when I search for it by the developper name, it shows up!
I think this has nothing to do with the android developper console, as I wrote a 1200 word description with the app name reapeated 5 times, I Added high quality images, I chose to target all countries, my app is targeting more than 6000 devices, the status of APP is PUBLISHED, as I can reach it by typing the developper name
So where's the issue come from? and what can I do to resolve this? I just want it to appear when I search for it by its exact name
PS : another app wich have the same name has 100,000 downloads, but at least I should appear on other spotsof search results, I don't know if this affect the visibility or not, but however, please help my guys

Common problem, it happens often. Dont know about the solution except get a better ASO next time.

Should I remove this app, and reupload it again with diffrent name? or should I just change it's current name? ( but this may affect admob or anything else)
or it's better to sit and wait for it to be ranked?

same problem
same problem here, please help us if you know how to solve this.
Thanks

LoneDeveloper said:
same problem here, please help us if you know how to solve this.
Thanks
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I met the same issue when I first launched my app. What I have done is as follows
1. Use full package name to search. i.e. xxx.company.appname. If you find it, just give some time to wait
2. Fine-tuned some wordings in title and descriptions.

Even when i type my game title which is unique, no game have that title, but my game is shown up at the bottom of search page:crying:

It takes time for your app to rank up. Also another really important factor is the reviews. If you have many 5 stars you will rank well. My app took some weeks to rank #7, but the name of my app was sooooo common. There are like 200 apps with that name.

Yes you need some good reviews and ofcourse there is the time factor

I think you should promote your app... Mean you should do social networking, write blogs and press release and submit it onto the press release site
And then join the group in your social media sites and share your app there and see the revenue you get
But you should have good graphics screenshots and description

Just type link - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=[YOUR PACKAGE NAME HERE] and it will open your app if it is on google market!

Just relax & wait. App doesn't show up in search result suddenly. You will have to wait for atleast a week or so for your app to appear in search results.
It works the same way in which Google website ranking works.
All you can do is -
1. Get more downloads on your apps
2. Get better ratings
3. Wait
Good Luck with your app!
Sent from my XT1022

Peatrex said:
Hello,
I've just published my new APP 1 day ago ( about 27 hours ago ), when I search for it by it's name it doesn't appear in search results at all,
BUT, when I search for it by the developper name, it shows up!
I think this has nothing to do with the android developper console, as I wrote a 1200 word description with the app name reapeated 5 times, I Added high quality images, I chose to target all countries, my app is targeting more than 6000 devices, the status of APP is PUBLISHED, as I can reach it by typing the developper name
So where's the issue come from? and what can I do to resolve this? I just want it to appear when I search for it by its exact name
PS : another app wich have the same name has 100,000 downloads, but at least I should appear on other spotsof search results, I don't know if this affect the visibility or not, but however, please help my guys
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I'm facing the same problem. It's been about 4-5 days since I published. How did you solve the problem? Is your app showing up now?

I just want to add link to my game review, so i do this useless post

I had a similar problem and 2-3 days after posted the game, and since then, if i search with the exact name of the app it appears first. If your problem persists and the name of the app is unique, use "Contact Google Play developer support"