Microsoft-owned LinkedIn teams up with Google to offer classes for Android developers

Arif Bacchus

LinkedIn

Microsoft-owned LinkedIn today posted an interesting learning course, where developers can take their skills to the next level and learn more about coding for Android devices. The course is endorsed by Google, and LinkedIn promises it can help advance your career and help you stay ahead of required skills set in a time when the economy is becoming more connected.

According to LinkedIn, this 19 part learning course can give you the skills to pass the Google Associate Android Developer Certification exam. LinkedIn also points to the popularity of Android development, saying the website has seen a 33.5% increase in members whose titles are “Android developer.”

At the same time, LinkedIn mentions explicitly the U.S. Department of Labor expects the demand for developers to grow by 24% between 2016-2026. So, if you’re interested in taking the course, and the many other Android classes, you can sign up for LinkedIn Learning by clicking here.