Question 1

How to handle offline data with Android-DDP?

Accepted Answer

Android-DDP uses an in-memory database by default, so data isn't persisted. For offline support, you'll need to implement custom local storage, such as integrating with Room or SQLite, and manually sync with the Meteor server.

Question 2

Android DDP vs using WebSockets directly?

Accepted Answer

Android-DDP abstracts Meteor's DDP protocol over WebSockets, providing built-in real-time sync, database management, and authentication. Direct WebSockets would require implementing DDP manually, which is more complex and error-prone.

Question 3

Is Android-DDP compatible with Kotlin?

Accepted Answer

Yes, since it's a Java library, it can be used in Kotlin projects via interoperability. However, the API is designed for Java, so you might face null-safety issues or lack Kotlin-specific conveniences like coroutines.

Question 4

What are alternatives to Android-DDP for connecting to Meteor?

Accepted Answer

Alternatives include Meteor's built-in Cordova integration for hybrid apps or other third-party DDP clients, but Android-DDP is unique for native Android. If not tied to Meteor, consider libraries like Socket.io for real-time communication.

Question 5

How to implement user authentication with Android-DDP?

Accepted Answer

Use methods like loginWithEmail or registerAndLogin provided by the library, which require the Meteor accounts-password package on the server. The README shows examples with ResultListener for handling responses.

Question 6

Can Android-DDP work with non-Meteor servers?

Accepted Answer

No, it's specifically designed for Meteor's DDP protocol. For other backends, you'd need a server that implements DDP, which is rare outside the Meteor ecosystem.

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