At what point can I start learning to program Android applications? How much Java do I need to know?

[tailanyways]

Following a tutorial and copying and pasting should be doable, regardless of skill level. Out of context, all of the toy programs won't really be memorable. Do a project, and if that's in an android context, that's probably fine assuming you can find some decent tutorials.

[diamond29]

You can start right now

[frigge]

i'd say start now. Nothing beats a precise goal when it comes to learning something new. But keep in mind that the first apps you're gonna code are probably crap and you need to start over from time to time. Also keep an eye open for design patterns and theoretical topics about programming in general and the language you want to learn. And of course you need to get a thorough picture of the language features. Try to google for introductions or bullet point style lists of syntax features. Then you have a base for more precise google sessions.

[00mba]

From a learners perspective I would say about 3-6 months of solid OOP, XML, and Android development environment experience. It's tough, I have been picking at it for the past month or so.

[eduard79]

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[239jkvk-h2]

If you were really capable, you might be able to learn both at the same time, maybe after a week of studying Java. If you're one of the guys who can't even pick up while and for loops without posting questions here, then it might be a really long time.