francoborrelli / android-sdk-builder

Simplify Android app builds with Docker 🐳. This project provides a Dockerfile for generating APKs, ensuring consistent builds across environments. Ideal for streamlining development workflows and ensuring reproducible builds.

Android SDK Builder (Dockerized Android App Build)

This repository contains a Dockerfile and associated configurations to facilitate the build and generation of APK files for Android applications. By using Docker containers, developers can create a standardized build environment, eliminating dependency issues and ensuring consistent builds across different systems.

🚀 Getting Started

To get started with building Android apps using Docker, follow these steps:

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/francoborrelli/android-sdk-builder.git
   cd your_repository
   

2. Build the Docker Image:

   docker build -t android-build .
   

3. Run the Docker Container:

   docker run --rm -v $(pwd):/workspace android-build
   

4. Retrieve the APK File: Once the build process is complete, the generated APK file will be available in the /workspace directory within the Docker container. You can copy it to your host machine using the docker cp command.

🛠️ Customization

The Dockerfile provided in this repository offers a basic configuration for building Android apps. However, you can customize it to suit your specific requirements. Here are some possible modifications:

• Android SDK/NDK Versions: Update the ANDROID_COMPILE_SDK, ANDROID_BUILD_TOOLS, and ANDROID_SDK_TOOLS variables in the Dockerfile to specify the desired versions.
• Additional Dependencies: Install additional dependencies required for your Android project by adding corresponding commands to the Dockerfile.
• Environment Variables: Set environment variables in the Dockerfile to configure the build environment as needed.

🤝 Contributing

Contributions to this project are welcome! If you encounter any issues or have suggestions for improvements, please open an issue or submit a pull request.

⚔️ License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. Feel free to use and modify the code according to your needs.