Google Unwraps Plans to Put AI to Work for Android, Web Developers
Google has announced new AI tools aimed at Android and web developers during its recent Google I/O event. These tools will assist developers in app management and marketing, enhancing the user experience in the Play Store. Additionally, Google is introducing AI-driven features for coding and debugging in Android and Chrome applications.
- ▪Google unveiled a range of AI tools for Android and web developers at Google I/O.
- ▪The Play Store will feature AI as a marketing and management assistant for developers.
- ▪New AI-driven tools will help developers create app listings, manage catalogs, and evaluate payment issues.
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Google’s AI news at Google I/O didn’t stop at people who use Android and Chrome apps; the company also unveiled a wide-ranging set of AI tools for people developing those apps. In the Play Store, the changes will have AI serving as both a marketing and a management assistant for developers. Potential customers will be able to discover apps in Google’s Gemini and have the chatbot send them directly to Play Store pages. Those curious about a particular app’s features or requirements can ask their own questions in the Ask Play Q&A interface.
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