Application Setup Guide

This guide will help you set up and run the application successfully.

Prerequisites

• Android Studio version: Girrafe 2022.3.1
• Java Development Kit (JDK): Java 17
• Gradle version: 8.1.1

Getting an API Key

1. Go to https://newsapi.org/.
2. Click on "Get Api Key" and follow the instructions to obtain an API key.

Configuration

1. Open the project in Android Studio.
2. Navigate to the directory: secrets/default.properties.
3. Replace Base Url and API Key in default.properties: In the default.properties file, find the line:

   BASE_URL = "https://newsapi.org/v2/"
   API_KEY = ""

   Replace "API_KEY" with the API key you obtained earlier.
4. Gradle Version Configuration:
   • Open Android Studio.
   • Go to Preferences/Settings > "File" > "Project Structure" > "Project".
   • Under "Gradle Version," select 8.1.1.
5. JDK Version Configuration:
   • Open Android Studio.
   • Go to Preferences/Settings > "File" > "Project Structure" > "SDK Location" > "Gradle Settings".
   • Under "Gradle JDK," select Java 17.

Running the Application

1. Open the project in Android Studio.
2. Press the "Run" button in Android Studio to run the application.

Kotlin-DSL Build Scripts

The project uses Kotlin-DSL build scripts to manage dependencies and plugins.

References

For additional information and resources, you may find the following references helpful:

• Project Repository: Check out the official repository for more insights into the Android NowInAndroid project.

Feel free to explore these references to gain a deeper understanding of the project's background and related materials.