Android Advanced

Android Advanced

Android Advanced is a workshop that in depth discusses Android's security model and the Dalvik virtual machine. We discuss the implementation details of Android's concept regarding security and permissions. We also place high focus on Android's runtime model and the virtual machine Dalvik. The concept with binder IPC is discussed in detail as well as the system server, process and threads coupling and the Zygote.

Objectives of the course

To achieve a deep level of understanding for the IPC model in Android and how it maps to security and application permissions. To know about advanced features and limitations of the Dalvik VM. To be able to identify and solve issues with memory usage and performance in the Android platform.

Course material
Included in the course is our original material in English. The course can be given in English or Swedish.

Recommended course lenght
1 day

Tailor-made solutions for your organisation

ENEA organises open courses in Sweden. In Finland courses are available on demand.

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Who should attend?

System and application engineers who need a deeper insight in Androids security model and runtime environment.

Previous knowledge

Android for System Engineers or similar.

• Dalvik VM internals
• Garbage collection in Android
• Binder IPC internals
• User ID based security and implications
• Android permissions
• Android system server in detail