Course Description

This intensive program transforms you from a web developer into a proficient native mobile app developer for both iOS and Android platforms. Leveraging your existing web development knowledge, you'll master essential tools like Visual Studio, Android Studio, and Xcode, explore API technologies, delve into cross-platform development with Flutter, gain developer access, and learn the app publishing process. This course prepares you to build and launch professional mobile applications.
Prerequisite: Web development experience (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is required.

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Mobile App Development

• Mobile App Development Landscape: Understanding the mobile app ecosystem, platforms (iOS, Android), and development approaches (native, cross-platform).
• Mobile App Design Principles: Best practices for mobile UI/UX design, including navigation, layout, user interactions, and accessibility.
• Setting up the Development Environment: Installing and configuring necessary software and tools.
• Introduction to Version Control (Git): Review of Git for managing code changes (if needed).

Module 2: Visual Studio & API Technologies

• Visual Studio for Mobile Development: Setting up and using Visual Studio for cross-platform mobile development (if using Xamarin or .NET MAUI).
• Working with APIs: Review of RESTful APIs and how to consume them in mobile apps.
• Data Serialization (JSON, XML): Working with data formats for API communication.
• Authentication and Authorization: Implementing secure authentication and authorization mechanisms.
• Hands-on Projects: Building mobile apps that interact with web APIs.

Module 3: Android Studio

• Android Development Fundamentals: Introduction to Android architecture, components (Activities, Fragments, Services), and the Android SDK.
• Android Studio IDE: Navigating and using Android Studio for app development.
• UI Design with XML: Creating user interfaces using XML layouts and components.
• Working with Data: Storing and retrieving data using various methods (SQLite databases, shared preferences).
• Working with Permissions: Handling user permissions for accessing device features (camera, location, etc.).
• Background Tasks: Implementing background tasks and services.
• Testing and Debugging: Testing and debugging Android apps.
• Hands-on Projects: Building several Android apps, progressively increasing in complexity.

Module 4: Xcode

• iOS Development Fundamentals: Introduction to iOS architecture, Swift programming language, and the iOS SDK.
• Xcode IDE: Navigating and using Xcode for iOS app development.
• UI Design with Storyboards and SwiftUI: Creating user interfaces using Storyboards and SwiftUI.
• Working with Data: Storing and retrieving data using various methods (Core Data, UserDefaults).
• Working with Permissions: Handling user permissions for accessing device features.
• Testing and Debugging: Testing and debugging iOS apps.
• Hands-on Projects: Building several basic iOS apps to familiarize yourself with Xcode and Swift.

Module 5: Flutter

• Introduction to Flutter: Understanding the Flutter framework and its advantages for cross-platform development.
• Dart Programming Language: Learning the Dart programming language.
• Flutter Widgets: Working with Flutter widgets to build user interfaces.
• Layouts and Navigation: Creating responsive layouts and implementing navigation.
• State Management: Managing app state efficiently.
• Working with APIs and Data: Integrating with APIs and handling data in Flutter apps.
• Platform-Specific Features: Accessing native device features using Flutter plugins.
• Testing and Debugging: Testing and debugging Flutter apps.
• Hands-on Projects: Building several cross-platform mobile apps using Flutter.

Module 6: Developer Access

• Apple Developer Program: Registering for the Apple Developer Program.
• Google Play Developer Console: Creating a Google Play Developer account.
• Understanding Developer Guidelines: Reviewing app store guidelines and requirements.

Module 7: App Publishing

• Preparing Apps for Release: Optimizing apps for performance and size.
• Creating App Store Listings: Writing compelling app descriptions and creating screenshots.
• Submitting Apps to App Stores: The app submission process for iOS and Android.
• App Store Optimization (ASO): Basic ASO strategies to improve app visibility.
• Monitoring App Performance: Tracking app downloads, ratings, and reviews.