{"id":6571,"date":"2021-01-13T14:05:39","date_gmt":"2021-01-13T14:05:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/?p=6571"},"modified":"2024-06-14T10:51:10","modified_gmt":"2024-06-14T10:51:10","slug":"mobile-app-development-process","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/mobile-app-development-process\/","title":{"rendered":"A Guide on Mobile App Development Process"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Over the last few years, the usage of mobile apps has grown tremendously. With approx. 3.2 billion global smartphone users, it is no surprise that the mobile app industry is thriving. Mobile apps are one of the effective ways of taking your business online. Also, some studies show that Americans check their smartphones every 12 minutes. Without saying, having a mobile app for your business is a great strategy if you are willing to target more users and capture a large market segment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, as we all know millions of apps are launched every year, both on Apple App Store and Google Play Store, but not all make their way to success. Of course, no business owner or even a <strong><a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/services\/mobile-app-development-company\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mobile app development company<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;plans to create an unsuccessful app or an app that does not work, but what goes wrong then, is a question that most of us might have. Also, the ratio of success is quite low and seeing this most entrepreneurs often ask the secret of developing a successful mobile app. Talking about the secret, the key to developing a successful mobile apps lies in following the right app development process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, in this article, we are going to talk about the step-by-step process of developing a successful mobile app. But before that, let&#8217;s have a look at why following the right mobile app development process is important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_66_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e496485cfb2\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e496485cfb2\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/mobile-app-development-process\/#Importance_of_Following_the_Right_App_Development_Process\" title=\"Importance of Following the Right App Development Process\">Importance of Following the Right App Development Process<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/mobile-app-development-process\/#Pre-development_Process\" title=\"Pre-development Process\">Pre-development Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/mobile-app-development-process\/#App_Development_Process\" title=\"App Development Process\">App Development Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/mobile-app-development-process\/#Post-development_Process\" title=\"Post-development Process\">Post-development Process<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/mobile-app-development-process\/#Mobile_App_Development_Steps_to_Follow\" title=\"Mobile App Development Steps to Follow\">Mobile App Development Steps to Follow<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/mobile-app-development-process\/#1_App_Strategizing\" title=\"1. App Strategizing\">1. App Strategizing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/mobile-app-development-process\/#2_App_Planning\" title=\"2. App Planning\">2. App Planning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/mobile-app-development-process\/#3_UIUX_Design\" title=\"3. UI\/UX Design\">3. UI\/UX Design<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/mobile-app-development-process\/#4_App_Development\" title=\"4. App Development\">4. App Development<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/mobile-app-development-process\/#5_App_Testing\" title=\"5. App Testing\">5. App Testing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/mobile-app-development-process\/#6_App_Deployment\" title=\"6. App Deployment\">6. App Deployment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/mobile-app-development-process\/#7_Post-development_Support_and_Maintenance\" title=\"7. Post-development Support and Maintenance\">7. Post-development Support and Maintenance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/mobile-app-development-process\/#Final_Words\" title=\"Final Words\">Final Words<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"importance-of-following-the-right-app-development-process\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_of_Following_the_Right_App_Development_Process\"><\/span>Importance of Following the Right App Development Process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you ever wondered why choosing the right mobile app development company is important? This is because every company offering mobile app development services&nbsp;follows a different approach to app development. They use different tools, technologies, and methodologies that make a difference. And this is why two same apps could perform differently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, the major app development process revolves around three major steps:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"614\" src=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Development-Process-Steps-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6574\" style=\"width:525px;height:314px\" srcset=\"\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Development-Process-Steps-1024x614.jpg 1024w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Development-Process-Steps-300x180.jpg 300w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Development-Process-Steps-768x461.jpg 768w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Development-Process-Steps-380x228.jpg 380w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Development-Process-Steps-560x336.jpg 560w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Development-Process-Steps-800x480.jpg 800w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Development-Process-Steps-1160x696.jpg 1160w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Development-Process-Steps.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 id=\"pre-development-process\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pre-development_Process\"><\/span>Pre-development Process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is where companies work on the basic structure of your app. Before even starting to work on the main development process, the requirements from a client are understood here. Once all requirements are gathered, assembling the team, deciding the tools and technologies to be used, the basic outline, etc., is decided here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"app-development-process\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"App_Development_Process\"><\/span>App Development Process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once, everything is decided in the first step, the mobile app developers start working on app development. This is where the front-end and back-end of an app are both designed and developed. This step takes the maximum time, and this is what makes your app. If the developers do not follow the <a href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/top-mobile-app-development-best-practices\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><u><strong>best practices of mobile app development<\/strong><\/u><\/strong><\/a>, the whole app may go wrong and users may not like it too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"post-development-process\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Post-development_Process\"><\/span>Post-development Process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the biggest myth that most entrepreneurs have is that the work of a developer ends once the app is developed, which is not true. After developing and launching an app, a lot many things are to be taken care of just like updates and maintenance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Following the right app development process is very important if you do not want to deviate from your original plan. According to researches, the majority of app fails due to any one or more of these reasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Deviating from the original plan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bad mobile app testing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not following best practices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bad user experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not integrating the latest technologies and trends<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>And to keep a track of whether or not you have followed all these above points, you must <strong><a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/hire-mobile-app-developers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hire mobile app developers<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;that follow a steady and streamlined app development process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/request-a-quote?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=banner&amp;utm_campaign=semidot_blog\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/900x350.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile App Development CTA\" class=\"wp-image-6497\" srcset=\"\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/900x350.jpg 900w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/900x350-300x117.jpg 300w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/900x350-768x299.jpg 768w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/900x350-380x148.jpg 380w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/900x350-800x311.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"mobile-app-development-steps-to-follow\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mobile_App_Development_Steps_to_Follow\"><\/span>Mobile App Development Steps to Follow<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that we have talked so much about the app development process, let us read about it in detail. Though what we read above are three generalized points that each company follows. But now, we are going to bifurcate them further, so that you can have a clearer and better understanding of each stage and the importance of it. All an all, there are seven main stages:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>App Strategizing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>App Planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UI\/UX Design<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>App Development<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>App Testing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>App Deployment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Post-development Support and Maintenance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Let us talk about them in detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"1-app-strategizing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_App_Strategizing\"><\/span>1. App Strategizing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding clients&#8217; requirement is the first thing that we as a mobile app development company do before working on any project. Strategizing helps in streamlining the whole process as anyone who is involved knows how to proceed. This phase includes steps given in the following image:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"363\" src=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Strategy-Steps-1024x363.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6581\" srcset=\"\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Strategy-Steps-1024x363.png 1024w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Strategy-Steps-300x106.png 300w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Strategy-Steps-768x272.png 768w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Strategy-Steps-380x135.png 380w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Strategy-Steps-800x283.png 800w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Strategy-Steps-1160x411.png 1160w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Strategy-Steps.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In this phase, even clients can discuss their doubts, their inhibitions with their app development partner. This ensures that both the client and company are on the same page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This strategizing everything beforehand also gives you an estimate of the <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/mobile-app-development-cost\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><u><strong>mobile app development cost<\/strong><\/u><\/strong><\/a>. Generally, the cost of developing a mobile app depends on the number of hours taken by the team to develop it. And if everything is well-strategized, the team, without wasting much time, will have a guideline to follow, removing any scope for confusion, thereby saving the app development cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And once everything is finalized at this stage, we move on to sign an NDA (Non-disclosure Agreement), which ensures that all the client details and project details will be kept confidential, and in no circumstance, will be shared with any other third party.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"2-app-planning\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_App_Planning\"><\/span>2. App Planning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that we have all your requirements written on pen and paper, it&#8217;s time to give your idea a shape. This is where we start analyzing your requirements and start working on the app wireframe. This is where we build a roadmap, which we follow throughout the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is where based on what you need, skills, and technology is decided. For example, if you are in need of an <strong><a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/services\/android-application-development-company\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Android app development solution<\/a><\/strong>, we will decide the technology and skills based on that. And if you are willing to go for iOS app development, the technology and skills will be different. This is because both the OS are different and have different requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Creating a wireframe is important as it determines the app flow and how exactly your app will look like. It also helps in estimating the development time as the development time for both Android and iOS app development&nbsp;is different. At this stage, even designers also get an idea of what to do, and how to proceed with app design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"3-ui-ux-design\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_UIUX_Design\"><\/span>3. UI\/UX Design<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that all planning and strategizing is over, it&#8217;s time for action. Every app development team comprises professional UI\/UX designers that work on the visual aspect of your app. If you have an idea regarding a brand theme or if you have some particular colors in mind, the designer works something around it. And if you do not have anything in mind, they will give some references, and based on what you like, your app will be designed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These professionals use various tools to design an app like Adobe XD, Sketch, and Adobe Photoshop. Mockups and prototypes are also designed here using tools like Invision and Figma. Since wireframes act as a roadmap and help in determining the screen flow, the prototype helps in enhancing the user experience of your app.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"614\" src=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Wireframe-1-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6576\" style=\"width:503px;height:301px\" srcset=\"\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Wireframe-1-1024x614.jpg 1024w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Wireframe-1-300x180.jpg 300w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Wireframe-1-768x461.jpg 768w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Wireframe-1-380x228.jpg 380w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Wireframe-1-560x336.jpg 560w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Wireframe-1-800x480.jpg 800w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Wireframe-1-1160x696.jpg 1160w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Wireframe-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Also, one must not be hesitant in investing in getting a good mobile app design. Researches show that approx. 94% of first impressions are related to your app&#8217;s design. Hence, if you want your app to be a success and loved by users, getting an intuitive and attractive design is a must. And the <a href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/cost-to-design-a-mobile-app\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><u><strong>cost to design a mobile app<\/strong><\/u><\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;entirely depends on your requirements. So, the simpler your app is, the lesser it will cost you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"4-app-development\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_App_Development\"><\/span>4. App Development<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that we are done with app designing the next step is coding. It&#8217;s time to work upon bringing everything together and work on app functionality. The work of a mobile app developer is not easy. Based on what type of app you want and for which platform, you must hire mobile app developers. This stage is further bifurcated into three steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>i) Front-end mobile app development:<\/strong> This is what users see and hence one must hire skilled front-end, mobile app developers, for their project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ii) API integration:<\/strong> It is a way to communicate between an app and its backend. Also, various third-party integration like payments or any other plugin, if required are worked upon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>iii) Backend mobile app development:<\/strong> The server-side, where the whole functioning of an app, lies. To make your app run smoothly and effortlessly choosing the right backend technology is very important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Either the same developer or different developers will work on different segments separately. And for each segment, a different technology stack is used. For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"the-technology-stack-used-for-native-apps\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The technology stack used for Native Apps<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Android App Development<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Programming language:<\/strong> Java, Kotlin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>IDE:<\/strong> Android Studio<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Database:<\/strong> SQLite, Realm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tools:<\/strong> Android SDK, Android NDK<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>iOS App Development<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Language: <\/strong>Swift, Objective C<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>IDE:<\/strong> XCode<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tool:<\/strong> IntelliJ AppCode<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Database: <\/strong>SQLite, Realm, CoreData<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"the-technology-stack-used-for-cross-platform-apps\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The technology stack used for Cross-platform Apps<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>React Native<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Xamarin<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flutter<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>While developing an app, app developers mainly focus on using the best techniques and integrating <a href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/top-mobile-app-development-trends\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><u><strong>the latest mobile app development trends<\/strong><\/u><\/strong><\/a><strong>. <\/strong>This not only makes your app tech-friendly but user-friendly too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"5-app-testing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_App_Testing\"><\/span>5. App Testing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that your app is ready it&#8217;s time to launch it. Is that the next step? Obviously not. You cannot risk your ap success by launching it before testing. Once an app is developed before making it available for users a proficient app development company always tests it for any bugs and errors. This is to ensure that when any user uses your app, it is flawless and works smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>App development companies usually have a separate team of mobile app testers that tests an app on various parameters like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>App loading speed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Smooth navigation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Graphics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Screen flow<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are all buttons clickable?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Security<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"614\" src=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Stages-of-App-testing-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6577\" style=\"width:532px;height:318px\" srcset=\"\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Stages-of-App-testing-1024x614.jpg 1024w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Stages-of-App-testing-300x180.jpg 300w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Stages-of-App-testing-768x461.jpg 768w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Stages-of-App-testing-380x228.jpg 380w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Stages-of-App-testing-560x336.jpg 560w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Stages-of-App-testing-800x480.jpg 800w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Stages-of-App-testing-1160x696.jpg 1160w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Stages-of-App-testing.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>So, the whole process of app testing is divided into five stages where mobile app testers test each element separately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>i) User Experience Testing:<\/strong> This is where the developers test the user experience. Visuals, workflow, and interactivity of your app are tested here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ii) Functional Testing: <\/strong>The functionality of an app is important for its success. How easy an app is to use for your users, is what users check at this stage. You might not see an error initially but when used again something might catch your attention and hence, this is an important step to follow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>iii) Performance Testing:<\/strong> How well an app performs under different circumstances is an important factor to consider. Some apps may perform well when used by 2 or 3 users, but when used by many, at the same time, they might crash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>iv) Security Testing: <\/strong>No user would want to use an app that is not secure enough, and hence, you must pay special attention to app security. Even mobile app developers make sure that everything is safe and secure to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>v) Device Testing:<\/strong> There are too many models available I both Android and iOS platforms, and hence, testing your app for each device is important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on what approach your mobile app development company follows, mobile app testers either go for manual testing or an automated one. Some testers use a mix of both manual and automated testing approach for better results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Read Also: <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/how-free-apps-make-money\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Know How Free Apps Make Money<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"6-app-deployment\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_App_Deployment\"><\/span>6. App Deployment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s time to launch your app. Launch an app but where? Most first-time app owners often ask,&#8221; How to launch an app on Apple App Store or Google Play Store?&#8221; Do not worry, we will help you at this stage too. Launching an app is not easy as both of these stores have their set guidelines and policies to follow. But if you get your app developed by a professional and experienced app development companies then the developers usually follow these guidelines while developing your app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is some information related to your app that you have to submit first like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>App&#8217;s title<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A Short Description<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>App Category<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keywords you want to be searched by<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>App Launch icon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>App Store screenshots<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have submitted your app on the Google Play store, after submitting this information within a few hours your app will be available for download. But this process is not that simple for Apple App Store. They may take a few days to review and then approve your application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once your app is available for download and users start using it, you can monitor how many people are using it via analytics. You can also download various reports to calculate the success of your app by tracking multiple Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/request-a-quote?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=banner&amp;utm_campaign=semidot_blog\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"810\" height=\"152\" src=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Hire-App-Developer-CTA-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6587\" srcset=\"\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Hire-App-Developer-CTA-1.png 810w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Hire-App-Developer-CTA-1-300x56.png 300w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Hire-App-Developer-CTA-1-768x144.png 768w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Hire-App-Developer-CTA-1-380x71.png 380w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Hire-App-Developer-CTA-1-800x150.png 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"7-post-development-support-and-maintenance\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Post-development_Support_and_Maintenance\"><\/span>7. Post-development Support and Maintenance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When a client opts for mobile app development services from a top-rated app development company, their work does not end with the app deployment. Many companies also offer post-development support and maintenance services. Once your app is launched, it needs to be maintained regularly and updated. If you go on and hire another app development company for this purpose, it may cost you a lot. Hence, you must opt for <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/services\/mobile-app-development-company\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mobile app development solutions<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;from a company that offers post-development support services too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"final-words\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Words\"><\/span>Final Words<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Developing a mobile app is not simple as it may sound, and a lot of hard work and strategizing goes behind it. To ensure speedy development, one must follow a definitive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appmysite.com\/blog\/the-ultimate-guide-to-mobile-app-development\/\">mobile app development process<\/a>. However, mobile app development is a continuous and ongoing process that never stops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once an app is launched you will always have to check it for bus and other user-related problems, especially for those that come with new updates and version controls. However, if your approach is right and you have chosen the right mobile app development partner, no one can stop you from making a successful mobile app for your business, that will not only attract users but will also generate revenue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/request-a-quote?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=banner&amp;utm_campaign=semidot_blog\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"394\" src=\"https:\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Development-CTA-1024x394.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6579\" srcset=\"\/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Development-CTA-1024x394.png 1024w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Development-CTA-300x115.png 300w, \/\/semidotinfotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/App-Development-CTA-768x296.png 768w, 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