Mobile Apps 101
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The document provides an overview of mobile app development, detailing the programming languages used for different platforms such as iOS and Android. It emphasizes the importance of creating apps that solve real problems with a strong user experience and simplicity. Resources for learning about mobile app development, including documentation, online courses, and community events, are also mentioned.
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Mobile Apps 101
- 1. Mobile Apps 101 Chris Eben, Partner @TWG @ceben
- 2. About TWG We build web and mobile applications Incubate startup companies Host community events
- 3. How are mobile apps built?
- 4. iOS: objective C Android: Java BlackBerry: C++ Windows 8: .NET, C# Build Once, Run Everywhere: HTML5, Javascript (hard work, sweat, tears)
- 5. What resources can I use?
- 6. Documentation (like Apple Docs) stackover鍖ow.com Books / Online course Workshops (Ladies Learning Code, Bitmaker Labs) Community Events (#nerdlearn, meetup.com for user groups)
- 7. What makes a great app great? /6
- 8. Solve a real problem Strong UX Keep it simple Attention to detail Follows platform conventions / 5
- 9. Your mobile app should solve a real-life problem, make life easier for the user and do exactly what it says its going to do! /7
- 10. Thank You! Find out more about mobile app development at twg.ca or talk to us on Twitter @twg Chris Eben @ceben