How to create a account profile screen using ConstraintLayout
by For apps that integrate profile information, it's important to let the user view and edit their private information. In this tutorial, we'll create a profile …
What is a Kotlin data class?
In Java, we had to often make classes for our data models. A Kotlin equivalent would be something like this: But now in Kotlin we …
Long walks downtown
Since the weather has been nice here in Austin, I've been going on long walks downtown. It's incredible what an average day will bring.
How to get the latest GPS Location for Android Developers
Fetching the longitude and latitude on Android devices isn't that hard. In this tutorial, we'll get the GPS location of our Android phone, tablet or …
Where is everybody?
I'm at the office. Where is everybody? Oh, probably sleeping because it's 7am in the morning. The only reason I got here this early was …
Android Studio: How to make a Button with rounded corners
Making rounded corners to a Button widget can add a nice touch to your UI. Fortunately, rounded corners aren't that hard to make. Let's begin! …
Android RecyclerView Tutorial in Kotlin
Creating a RecyclerView in Kotlin isn't that hard. With some guidance, and a little effort, you too can create a RecyclerView. In this tutorial, we'll …
Android Studio Tutorial: Replacing findViewById with Kotlin Synthetic Imports
Old way: New way: This is possible because of Kotlin synthetic imports. Just type the TextView's ID, that's it. Just make sure the TextView has …
Lovin' my job at H-E-B Digital
Last month I got my 1-year badge from Jon, my Engineering Manager at H-E-B Digital! It's been a crazy 13 months, moving from office to …
Dying here, waiting for my Raspberry Pi 4 to arrive
I've only had Amazon Prime for about 4 hours and I'm already dying to get my pi. I have a feeling that I will be …
Saturday, September 14th
I wake up particularly early this morning, at 6am. Not one to rest or take many breaks, and because I really wanted to, I started …
2018: Year in Review
A lot happened this year. Here are some of my highlights. I started a tradition: eat breakfast at Kerbey Lane Cafe every morning. Bought a …
What Should I Study in College?
Recently, I decided to go to college, and UT would be my first preference for school, with Austin Community College directly behind. But what should …
Life in Downtown Austin, Texas
A few months ago I moved downtown. The views are incredible! Here's a shot from the past hour.
Life at H-E-B Digital in Austin, Texas
Seven months ago, I joined H-E-B Digital as an Android Developer here in beautiful Austin, Texas. It feels great being a part of a diverse, …
Packing Up for Move in Two Weeks
Moving is exciting. New space. New air. New water. New electricity. New... car? New gym. And I'm not waiting for the move-in date to come. …
Valued Partner Perks from H-E-B
All H-E-B employees get 10% off H-E-B branded products, but Partners (employees) receive their Valued Partner Perks card only after 90 days. Mine arrived a …
I'm Moving to Downtown Austin!
I was born in Northwest Austin, and have lived near Spicewood Springs and 183 for most of my life. In 2016 I moved to South …
My Journey to H-E-B
7:59am, San Antonio I rush to The Arsenal, H-E-B's headquarters in San Antonio, Texas, trying to stay dry. Orientation starts in a mere one minute …
Learn Kotlin for Android
Learn more about Kotlin for Android in my latest YouTube series: Android Studio with Kotlin.
Android Ecommerce App: Using DrawerLayout
Learn how to build an Ecommerce app in my latest YouTube series.
Build an Android App for Ecommerce with Kotlin
Learn to build an ecommerce app using ConstraintLayout, RecyclerView and Kotlin's data class.