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Can a single Sync Adapter be used for multiple Database Tables?

I need to send bulk of data to my database on server from Android app, and need to sync it periodically. I went through Sync Adapters sample code on Android Developer's website, but couldn't get the concept and usage.

I need help regarding:

  1. how it can be used for server database interaction?

  2. can a single Sync adapter be used to synchronize data in multiple tables, at once?

Solution

  • I start working few days ago on SyncAdapter, SyncService, I can answer to your second question by YES you can sync multiple tables through a ContentProvider implementation.

    Your first question has a large scope that I think it will take time to cover. In your onPermformSync, you could make HTTP request (PUT / GET etc.) to your server to synchronize local and server information.

    I hope my light knowledge on the subject will be helpful !