Tips and Tricks for You: The App Developer

So with Android flooding the market with a torrent of Smartphone's, you would not want to be left behind as a developer of Android apps. Jump the bandwagon but before you do, here are some tips and tricks which can help you in being a successful developer.

1. Understanding The Demand: Create a demand or a wait list before launching the app. Create anticipation and increase user base – you can create a subscription list for the app and throw in a few tit bits to know what users think of it.

Everyone is eager to see something new and the more thrilling the wait, the better would be the feedback. However, remember that you would need to deliver a product that users would love, especially if you’ve kept them waiting for some time.

2. The Guidelines: Android has published a set of guidelines for app development on its platform. Most Android app developers worth their salt religiously follow this. Those who do not, really miss out on some very valuable tricks and tips.

The guideline is to instill primarily consistency among all the apps in the store. Additionally, if the guidelines are followed is that users will intuitively understand the working of the app and the approval process of the app gets a lot simpler.

 

3. Being up to date - Android Marshmallow has just released while Google has started giving developer preview of Android N. As a developer, keep up with the latest Android updates is to be aware of the new possibilities Google provides one with.

Remember; users are always on the lookout for something new always. With you constantly providing them with current and latest updates, you can establish yourself as the trendsetter.

For instance, it was in Android Kit Kat that we first saw Translucent status and navigational bars which has become a regular feature now. As an Android app developer, know how Google’s changing things so as to be able to fully explore Android’s capabilities.

4. The rant of the user counts. Take brickbats as sportingly as you would take bouquets. Create a Google community where users are requested to put in their valuable suggestions.

Remember; everyone wants to be taken seriously. So when users get to see that their ideas are being listened to, they will more often than not return to use your app. This increases user engagement and ultimately revenue. The other advantage you will have is in the form of a large focus group. This will help you customize your services and provide with more personalization.

 

5. Create for all devices and not just the omnipresent Smartphone. Communication devices nowadays come in shapes and sizes. So prepare your app to perform on all of them. This is another foolproof way to garner more user as they will switch devices from time to time, as per their needs.

Your app needs to ready to perform on all of them. Keep in mind that UX or User Experience is of prime importance here. More importantly, think like one.

 

6. Test, test and test. There is no alternative to hardcore UAT or User Acceptance Testing. Test your app to the point of failure. You need to be certain that your app will perform under all conditions on all devices.

Congratulations, you are now an Android App developer.

Good mobile app developers can help with the project and bring in new features to fully explore the capabilities of a modern Smartphone. This will increase user engagement and drive in customer satisfaction. Talk to a good mobile app developer today to know how they can help you with your project.

Author Bio:

Ritesh Patil is the co-founder of Mobisoft Infotech that helps startups and enterprises in mobile technology. He loves technology, especially mobile technology. He’s an avid blogger and writes on mobile application. He works in a leading android app development company with skilled android app developers that has developed innovative mobile applications across various fields such as Finance, Insurance, Health, Entertainment, Productivity, Social Causes, Education and many more and has bagged numerous awards for the same.