What is a Mobile App?
Mobile applications, often called "apps," are software programs designed to run on mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. They're a fundamental part of how we interact with the internet and many aspects of our daily lives.
From social media and games to productivity tools and e-commerce platforms, mobile apps provide a convenient and accessible way to access information and services on the go.
Key Concepts
- Native Apps: Built specifically for a particular operating system (iOS or Android) using their native programming languages (Swift/Objective-C for iOS, Java/Kotlin for Android).
- Hybrid Apps: Developed using web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and then wrapped in a native container.
- Web Apps: Websites that are designed to look and function like native apps, often accessed through a mobile browser.
- App Store vs. Play Store: The app stores (Apple App Store and Google Play Store) are online marketplaces where users can download and install apps.
Getting Started
If you're interested in learning how to develop mobile apps, here are some resources to get you started: