How important is java to learn Android development?

Question

I want to learn Android development, and I got to know that java is basic for it, so I was just curious to know what is the role of java in Android development?

Answer 1

I think you should consider Kotlin now.

On the other hand, Java is the very first chosen language for Android development.
Almost all Android applications are built using Java.

As you are just getting started, I suggest you to go with Kotlin as it has become one of the official Android language. Being new and better, Future with this language is bright like a Sun.