Mobile App Development 2021
We all make use of mobile applications every day. It has become an integral part of our lives, which we cannot seem to live without. In case you want to learn more about the mobile app development process, we have you covered.
According to Statistica, there will be more than 7 billion mobile users worldwide by 2021.
It seems like more than half the planet’s population will be making use of mobile devices. Having said that, now seems like the best time to develop a mobile application.
Like normal app development, creating mobile applications requires a lot of time and a step-by-step approach if you want your app to be successful.
Of course, developing a mobile application can be divided into further steps that will simplify the entire process and help you finish the project on time.
In this blog, we will talk about how to develop a mobile application and the various phases of development. Let us take a deep look at what you will need to create a mobile application:
- Market and Competitor Analysis
The first step to app development is understanding the user’s requirements. Make sure you have the utmost clarity on what features the app should have.
Performing market research and competitor analysis will help you identify the areas you can work on and offer something unique to the user base.
During the analysis phase, you should perform the following steps:
Identify the users who will want to use your app
Learn about the competition
Decide what you want your app to do
Select the platform you want to target (Android/iOS)
- MVP Features
After completing the market research, you will get an idea of what MVP features the app should include. Make sure you work on the same. There’s always room to add new features. According to your budget, you can also ask the developers to work on additional features on the go. If you are on a tight budget, Idea Usher can help you since we also offer economical packages.
They will give you a competitive edge over the market offerings. Try to avoid making use of advanced features such as cloud integration and make sure you adhere to the set budget.
- App Design - UI & UX Development
The main step of any development process is UX and UI creation. Users love apps that look clean and are super simple to use. Explain to the UI and UX how you want your app to look and the app’s feature set.
This will help them understand your requirements in a better way and work on the User interface better. Animations can help a lot if you want to develop a smooth UI. You can also add transitions when using different features to make the process look fluid.
- Wireframes
Developers often start with the app design by making sketches on paper. Wireframes can be thought of as digital sketches. Wireframes are designed to give a visual structure to your mobile application.
The main focus is user experience, not color and other art styles. It is really a cost-effective solution if you want to design layouts for your app. They are meant to provide a consistent experience throughout all platforms.
- Mockups and Prototypes
Mockups allow you to see in real-time what your mobile app will look like. It is created by applying the style on top of wireframes.
If you want to create some visually appealing mockups, Adobe Photoshop is what you are looking for. Having said that, mockups are a static representation of an app. However, they can be converted into click-thru prototypes using tools like Figma.
Creating a prototype takes a considerable amount of time, but they are worth the effort. A prototype can help you decide if the visual style is according to your liking or not.
- App Development
This is what will define if your mobile application is successful or not. A good team comprises experienced developers who can adapt the best coding practices.
Users are most likely never to launch an app again if they encounter a bug or a glitch when using it for the first time. To avoid this, make sure to hire an experienced team. You can also look at their portfolio to get an idea about the same.
- Testing and Debugging
Before you release your app on iOS or Android, make sure you perform thorough testing. Testing your app will make sure it is stable and usable. Before you start the testing process, make sure you have prepared test cases.
The testing process will help you eliminate any bugs that you encounter while using the app. You can ease the process by involving the Quality Assurance team in the design and analysis phase.
Here are some tests you should run when testing an application:
User Experience Testing
Performance Testing
Security Testing
Platform Testing
App functionality testing
- App Deployment
An excellent mobile app development company will always ensure that you get all the technical help and knowledge after making your app publicly available.
This makes the transition process smoother and will help you a lot in case you encounter any error or bug post-launch. Usually, most mobile app developers provide support for a month or two after the app is available in the market.
In case you are developing an iOS app, you will need to submit your app to the Apple App Store. Before it can be published, it needs to be reviewed by Apple to ensure it adheres to its guidelines.
The entire process can take a few weeks to a few months. There is no review process unlike the Apple store, if you are publishing your app on the Google Play Store. It only takes a few hours before your app is available on the Play Store.
Before you launch your app on the app store, make sure you the following data ready:
App Name
Category of the app
App Keywords
Description of the app
Application Icon
Screenshots
Monetization Strategy
Once you have the idea for your mobile application, you should decide what monetization strategy you want to follow for revenue generation.
There are a lot of ways you can earn money from your application. We have listed the top three monetization strategies:
Subscription-based model
This is one of the most popular types of monetization strategies. Apps like Spotify and Amazon encourage users to subscribe to their monthly or yearly plans.
Advertising
The majority of free apps earn revenue by showing advertisements. If you are developing a free app, you can make some money by showing full-screen advertisements or placing a banner somewhere on the screen.
In-app purchases:
In the last few years, several apps are opting for in-app purchases. This allows them to earn some extra money in the form of donations or by offering a premium version of the application.
Tech stack:
Using the right tech stack can give you an edge over the competition. Ensure that the development you are working with is able to make use of all the latest tools and technologies available.
We have listed some technologies you can use to develop a mobile application:
Marketing tools:
- Slack
- SEMRush
- WordPress
- Ahrefs
- MOZ Pro
Hosting services:
- Amazon Web Service
- Google Cloud
- GoDaddy
- Microsoft Azure
- Bluehost
UI/UX:
- Adobe XD
- Proto.io
- Figma
- Framer X
- Webflow
Analytics Tools:
- Python
- R
- Power BI
- Apache Spark
- SAS
Front-end:
- Android Studio
- React JS
- Swift
- CSS
- HTML
Back-end:
- MongoDB
- Laravel
- Apache
- MySQL
- Stack Overflow
Conclusion
Mobile app development is an ongoing process that will require time and effort once you launch your app. Over time, you might have to remove or add some functionalities. Idea Usher is a mobile app development company with hundreds of apps in our portfolio.
We have developed apps in niches such as blockchain, cryptocurrency, on-demand delivery apps, e-scooter apps, and many more. We follow the same set of steps for all our mobile applications to ensure that it performs well.
If you want to develop a mobile application, you can drop us a mail at contact@ideausher.com.
Hope we helped you understand mobile app development better. If you follow these steps, you can easily develop a mobile application that will help you book profits. In case you have any questions or we missed something, feel free to comment below!
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