Outsource Mobile Application Development

Devox Software makes the process of app development outsourcing pretty simple for clients. It consists of 5 key stages:
1) Send the requirements;
2) Get an approximate estimation of time and effort;
3) Select the best-suiting outsourcing model;
4) Manage app development;
5) Get your mobile app done.

Usually mobile app development consists of the following stages:
1. Idea – define the goals of the app, its target audience, do market research;
2. Analysis – prioritize the features of the app, create roadmap;
3. UI/UX design – get workflow and mockups done;
4. App development – get back-end and front-end parts done;
5. Quality assurance – see if your app works correctly, fix bugs;
6. Release the app – submit it to App Store and Google Play Store.

The choice of programming language for mobile development often depends on the platform. For iOS, Swift and Objective-C are the primary choices, with Swift being more modern and popular due to its efficiency and user-friendly syntax. For Android, Kotlin and Java are widely used. Kotlin is gaining favor for its concise syntax and interoperability with Java. Additionally, JavaScript (alongside frameworks like React Native) and Dart (for Flutter) are popular for cross-platform development.

For iOS development, Apple’s own UIKit is a fundamental framework for building user interfaces. SwiftUI, a newer framework, is becoming increasingly popular due to its powerful and intuitive way of designing app UIs. Other notable frameworks include Core Data for data storage and management, and Combine for handling asynchronous events and data. Third-party frameworks like Alamofire for networking and Realm for databases are also commonly used.

In Android development, the Android SDK provides essential tools and APIs. Jetpack is a suite of libraries that cover common tasks like database management, UI components, and lifecycle management, enhancing development efficiency and quality. For network operations, Retrofit is widely used. Room is preferred for database management, and for reactive programming, RxJava is a popular choice.

The choice between native and cross-platform app development depends on your project’s specific needs, budget, and target audience.

• Native Development is ideal for apps requiring top performance, extensive device feature access, and a premium user experience. It offers the best performance and design consistency with specific platform guidelines but requires more time and resources due to separate development for each platform.
• Cross-Platform Development is cost-effective and faster, targeting multiple platforms with a single codebase. It’s suitable for apps with limited budgets and quicker time-to-market goals. However, it may offer slightly lower performance and limited access to native features compared to native apps.

Choose native for performance and user experience, and cross-platform for broader reach and cost efficiency.

Native apps are built specifically for a single mobile operating system (like iOS or Android) and offer the best performance and user experience. Hybrid apps are developed using web technologies and are wrapped in a native container, allowing them to run on multiple platforms but with potential performance trade-offs. Web-based apps are accessed via a web browser and don’t need to be downloaded, offering the broadest compatibility but limited functionality compared to native apps.

Building a phone app with an external team or while outsourcing mobile app development involves several streamlined steps:

1. Define Your App Idea: Clearly outline your app’s purpose, target audience, and key features.
2. Select a Development Partner: Choose an experienced team with expertise in your required platform(s). Evaluate their portfolio and client feedback.
3. Establish Communication: Set regular meetings and agree on communication tools for consistent updates.
4. Document Requirements: Create a detailed project brief including user stories, desired functionalities, and design guidelines.
5. Participate in Design: Work with the team on UI/UX designs, providing feedback at each stage.
6. Development and Testing: Engage in a cycle of development, testing, and feedback to refine the app.
7. Launch: Prepare for the app launch with appropriate marketing strategies and consider a beta release for initial feedback.
8. Ongoing Maintenance: Plan for regular updates and maintenance post-launch.

Application development outsourcing is a very viable economical model that offers numerous advantages. The app dev software delegated to the teams overseas saves your costs on hiring professionals and paying more to tax funds, frees up your internal team’s time and increases your chances of obtaining a dedicated and special expertise. Trust Devox with application development as a service: get acquainted with our portfolio, and drop us a line to start working today.