A clear and concise text on how Symbian OS architecture works and the core programming techniques and concepts needed to become a programmer, competent Symbian solid Shows how Symbian OS architecture and programming compares with mobile operating systems (to help transition and to understand better) Provide multiple examples and extra descriptions for areas most difficult for new programmers who are not familiar with the unique architecture of the OS contains many tips and techniques documented only, up to now, with scattered white papers and newsgroup threads Describes many details of the inner operations of Symbian OS, special focus on the need to become a competent programmer This book will cover development ranging from low-level system programming to end user GUI applications.