Starting Android app development requires a definite product objective and awareness of device variety. Outlining the minimum viable product, choosing an architecture, and mapping essential user flows early keeps the initial release focused and minimizes revisions as the app evolves.

With the foundation established, focus turns to a consistent UI, performance, and compatibility across different OS versions and screen dimensions. Robust state management, thoughtful networking, and dependable analytics and crash reporting simplify maintenance and iteration after launching on Google Play.