What is required for the Android Gradle plugin and Dynatrace OneAgent SDK versions?

The requirement for the Android Gradle plugin and Dynatrace OneAgent SDK versions to have the same version stems from the need for compatibility and optimal functioning. When both the Android Gradle plugin and the Dynatrace OneAgent SDK are aligned in versioning, it ensures that all features, bug fixes, and improvements introduced in the versions correlate properly, allowing for seamless integration and performance monitoring.

Having matching versions prevents potential issues that can arise due to discrepancies, such as incompatibilities that might lead to unexpected behaviors or errors during the build or runtime of the application. This alignment is critical in maintaining the integrity of the environment, avoiding conflicts, and providing a standardized development experience.

In contrast, options suggesting that differing versions are acceptable or recommending updates to only one component could result in unforeseen problems, as the interaction between the SDK and the plugin may not function as intended if they are not synchronized. Thus, keeping both components at the same version is essential for a stable and effective application monitoring setup.