Abstract
Apps Android Commons is an open-source Mobile App Development project. The Wikimedia Commons Android app allows users to upload pictures from their Android phone/tablet to Wikimedia Commons. It is built using Kotlin, Android, Java. The complete source code is publicly available on GitHub under the Apache License 2.0, making it a useful reference for students building a Mobile App Development mini project or final-year project.
1. Introduction
The Wikimedia Commons Android app allows users to upload pictures from their Android phone/tablet to Wikimedia Commons. Download the app [here][1], or view our [website][2].
Initially started by the Wikimedia Foundation, this app is now maintained by grantees and volunteers of the Wikimedia community. Anyone is welcome to improve it, just choose among the [open issues][3] and send us a pull request! :-)
2. Objective
The Wikimedia Commons Android app allows users to upload pictures from their Android phone/tablet to Wikimedia Commons
This project demonstrates how Kotlin, Android, Java can be applied to a real-world Mobile App Development problem.
4. Technology Stack
5. System Requirements
General requirements for this technology stack — check the README for exact versions.
- Android Studio (latest)
- JDK 17
- Android device or emulator
- JDK 11 or later
- Maven / Gradle
- IntelliJ IDEA, Eclipse or Android Studio
- Git (to clone the repository)
6. Installation & Setup
git clone https://github.com/commons-app/apps-android-commons.git
cd apps-android-commonsFull setup instructions are in the project README.
7. Future Enhancements
Suggested extensions you can add to make this your own project.
- Add push notifications with Firebase Cloud Messaging
- Add offline support with local caching
- Publish an internal test build on the Play Store
8. Viva / Review Questions
Common questions examiners ask for projects in this domain.
- Which framework is used and why (native vs cross-platform)?
- How is app state managed across screens?
- Where is the data stored — locally, Firebase or a REST backend?
- How are permissions (camera, location, storage) handled?
- How would you publish this app to the Play Store / App Store?
9. Source Code & License
This project is developed by commons-app and published on GitHub under the Apache License 2.0. Please follow the license terms and credit the original author when you use or modify this code.
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