AOSP (Android Open Source Project)

The Android Open Source Project (AOSP) is the free, open-source foundation behind the Android operating system used on smartphones and tablets. It provides the core code that developers and device manufacturers can modify, customize, and build upon to create different versions of Android. AOSP includes essential software components, frameworks, and tools, allowing for innovation and variation while maintaining compatibility. Companies like Google develop the primary Android codebase and release updates publicly, enabling a collaborative ecosystem where anyone can contribute, customize, or build their own Android-based products.