Simplifying Authentication with Google Sign-In in Jetpack Compose UI

In today’s mobile app development landscape, implementing a smooth and secure authentication process is essential for user engagement and retention. One popular authentication method is Google Sign-In, which allows users to sign in to your app using their Google credentials. In this blog, we will explore how to integrate Google Sign-In seamlessly into your Jetpack Compose UI for Android projects. By following the steps outlined below, you’ll be able to enhance the user experience and streamline the authentication process.

Prerequisites

Before diving into the implementation, ensure that you have a basic understanding of Jetpack Compose and Android development. Familiarity with Kotlin is also beneficial. Additionally, make sure you have set up a project in the Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and obtained the necessary credentials and permissions.

Step 1: Adding the Dependency

The first step is to add the required dependency to your project’s build.gradle file. By including the ‘play-services-auth’ library, you gain access to the Google Sign-In API. Make sure to sync the project after adding the dependency to ensure it is correctly imported.

implementation 'com.google.android.gms:play-services-auth:19.2.0'