Starting Android app development requires a well-defined product objective and awareness of device fragmentation. Outlining the minimum viable product, choosing an architecture, and mapping essential user journeys early helps keep the initial release focused and minimizes changes as the app scales.

Once the foundation is set, focus moves to UI consistency, speed, and compatibility across OS versions and screen dimensions. Robust state management, thoughtful networking, and dependable analytics/crash reporting simplify maintenance and iteration after publishing on Google Play.