Developer's Guide

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The Google API Client Library for Java facilitates interaction with Google APIs, offering support for authentication, batching, and media handling within various Java environments, including standard Java, Android, and Google App Engine.
To begin, explore the Google Cloud-specific samples and detailed setup instructions, including Maven-specific guidance, to understand the library structure and initiate integration.
Authentication is primarily through OAuth 2.0, and the library streamlines batching multiple HTTP requests/responses and managing media uploads and downloads.
This open-source library supports Java 7 and later, Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) and above, and Google App Engine, with contributions welcomed to enhance its functionality.
Comprehensive support resources, including troubleshooting assistance, discussions, and announcements, are accessible through the provided support channels.

For information about the structure of the library and its multiple components, see the detailed setup instructions, which include instructions for Maven users.

To ask questions, report bugs, discuss the library, and read the announcements, see the Support page.

The library supports the following authentication method:

The library makes it easier to batch multiple HTTP requests/responses. For details, see the batch documentation.

The library has convenient classes that help with media upload and media download.

The library supports the following Java environments:

Java 7 (or higher)
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) (or higher) (Note that this library's support for Android is @Beta.)
Google App Engine