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    Firebase 101

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    • Introduction to FirebaseApp
      • 1.1Overview of Firebase
      • 1.2Services offered by Firebase
      • 1.3Setting up Firebase on different platforms
    • Firebase Authentication
      • 2.1Introduction to Firebase Authentication
      • 2.2Firebase Sign-In Methods
      • 2.3User Authentication using Firebase
    • Firebase Database
      • 3.1Understanding Firebase Realtime Database and Cloud Firestore
      • 3.2Data Structure and Retrieval
      • 3.3Handling Real-time Data
    • Firebase Cloud Functions
      • 4.1Introduction to Cloud Functions
      • 4.2Managing Cloud Functions
      • 4.3Common Use Cases
    • Firebase Cloud Storage
      • 5.1Understanding Firebase Cloud Storage
      • 5.2Uploading Files and Directories
      • 5.3File Management and Security
    • Firebase Analytics
      • 6.1Introduction to Firebase Analytics
      • 6.2Implementing Firebase Analytics
      • 6.3Analyzing Data
    • Firebase Performance Monitoring
      • 7.1Introduction to Performance Monitoring
      • 7.2Working with Performance Monitoring
      • 7.3Making Performance Improvements
    • Firebase Test Lab
      • 8.1Introduction to Firebase Test Lab
      • 8.2Running Tests on Test Lab
      • 8.3Analyzing Test Results
    • Firebase App Distribution
      • 9.1Introduction to App Distribution
      • 9.2Distributing Pre-Release Versions
      • 9.3Managing App Distribution
    • Firebase ML Kit
      • 10.1Introduction to ML Kit
      • 10.2Implementing ML Features
      • 10.3Working with ML Models
    • Firebase Crashlytics
      • 11.1Introduction to Crashlytics
      • 11.2Setting up Crashlytics
      • 11.3Making Use of Crashlytics Data
    • Firebase Predictions
      • 12.1Introduction to Firebase Predictions
      • 12.2Creating Predictions
      • 12.3Applying Predictions
    • Summary and Advanced Topics
      • 13.1Review of Learned Concepts
      • 13.2Exploring Some Advanced Topics
      • 13.3Real-world Applications of Firebase
      • 13.4Next Steps and Future Learning

    Firebase App Distribution

    Distributing Pre-Release Versions with Firebase App Distribution

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    Firebase App Distribution is a powerful tool that allows developers to distribute pre-release versions of their apps to their team and testers. This process is crucial in the app development lifecycle as it allows for early detection and rectification of bugs, ensuring a smooth user experience upon release.

    Setting Up Firebase App Distribution

    Before you can distribute your app, you need to set up Firebase App Distribution. This involves creating a Firebase project, adding an app to your project, and installing the Firebase CLI (Command Line Interface).

    To create a Firebase project, visit the Firebase console, click on "Add project", and follow the prompts. Once your project is created, you can add an app by clicking on the "Add app" button and following the instructions.

    To install the Firebase CLI, you need to have Node.js and npm (Node Package Manager) installed on your computer. Once these are installed, you can install the Firebase CLI by running the following command in your terminal: npm install -g firebase-tools.

    Inviting Testers to Your App

    Once your app is set up, you can invite testers. This can be done by navigating to the App Distribution page in the Firebase console, clicking on "Add testers", and entering the email addresses of the testers you want to invite. You can also create tester groups if you want to invite multiple testers at once.

    Distributing Your App

    To distribute your app, you need to upload a build of your app to Firebase. This can be done using the Firebase CLI. The command you need to run depends on whether you're distributing an Android app or an iOS app.

    For Android, the command is: firebase appdistribution:distribute APP_APK_PATH --app APP_ID --groups GROUP_ALIAS --release-notes "Release notes".

    For iOS, the command is: firebase appdistribution:distribute APP_IPA_PATH --app APP_ID --groups GROUP_ALIAS --release-notes "Release notes".

    In these commands, APP_APK_PATH or APP_IPA_PATH is the path to your app's APK or IPA file, APP_ID is your app's Firebase App ID, GROUP_ALIAS is the alias of the tester group you want to distribute your app to, and "Release notes" are any notes you want to include with your distribution.

    Understanding the Distribution Process

    Once your app is distributed, testers will receive an email invitation to test your app. They can then download and install your app on their devices.

    Firebase App Distribution also provides detailed distribution analytics. You can see how many testers have been invited, how many have downloaded your app, and how many have installed your app. This information can be invaluable in understanding how your app is being received and where improvements may be needed.

    In conclusion, Firebase App Distribution is a powerful tool for distributing pre-release versions of your app. By understanding and utilizing this tool, you can ensure that your app is as polished and bug-free as possible before it hits the market.

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