What's New in App Performance - Android Runtime and Tools

Explore the latest advancements in Android app performance optimization in this 29-minute video from Android Developers. Learn how to create, maintain, and monitor high-performing apps that meet user expectations across all device types, including older Android versions. Discover essential developer guidance, libraries, tools, and new Android Runtime (ART) features to enhance your app's performance. Dive into topics such as app startup metrics, Macro Benchmark Library, Baseline Profiles, App Startup Library, jank detection, Micro Benchmark, and the new garbage collector. Gain insights from speakers Lokesh Gidra and Ben Weiss on writing efficient code that ensures smooth scrolling and quick launch times, even on low-end devices.

Intro
Agenda
Tools
App startup
App startup metrics
Tomato
Macro Benchmark Library
Macro Benchmark Module
Baseline Profiles
Baseline Profile Process
Baseline Profile Generator
App Startup Library
Startup Improvements
Jank Detection
Micro Benchmark
Junk Stats
Garbage collector
Why a new garbage collector
New garbage collector