Mobile Application Development Course Overview

Certainly! Below are the minimum required prerequisites for students interested in undertaking training in the Mobile Application Development course:

• Basic Understanding of Programming: Familiarity with programming concepts and constructs, such as variables, loops, and functions. Prior experience with any programming language (e.g., Java, C, C++, Python) is beneficial for a smoother learning curve.

  
  

• Fundamentals of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP): Understanding of OOP principles such as classes, objects, inheritance, and polymorphism, as these are essential for both Android (Java/Kotlin) and iOS (Swift) development.

  
  

• Basic Knowledge of Java or Kotlin: For Android Native Application Development, a foundational understanding of Java or Kotlin is advantageous since Android applications are typically developed using these languages.

  
  

• Familiarity with Integrated Development Environment (IDE): Experience working with an IDE such as Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA, or Visual Studio, as the course will use Android Studio and Xcode, which are the primary development environments for Android and iOS, respectively.

  
  

• Understanding of UI/UX Principles: Basic knowledge of user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design principles to craft applications that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing.

  
  

• Proficiency in Using a Computer: Comfortable with using a computer, managing files, and installing software.

  
  

• Basic Knowledge of Web Development Technologies: For the PhoneGap module, an understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is essential as PhoneGap leverages web technologies to create cross-platform mobile applications.

  
  

• Access to a Mac Computer (for iOS Development): Since iOS applications can only be developed on a Mac using Xcode, access to a Mac is necessary for the iOS Native Application Development module.

  
  

• Passion for Learning: Above all, a strong desire to learn and explore the field of mobile application development is crucial.

  
  

These prerequisites are designed to ensure that students have a solid foundation upon which they can build their skills in mobile application development. However, individuals with a strong willingness to learn and the ability to quickly pick up new technologies are also encouraged to participate, as the course will cover fundamental concepts before diving into more advanced topics.

Target Audience for Mobile Application Development

Koenig Solutions' Mobile Application Development course equips learners to build native Android and iOS apps, and cross-platform solutions with PhoneGap.

• Aspiring Mobile App Developers
• Software Developers looking to specialize in mobile apps
• Computer Science/Information Technology Students
• UI/UX Designers wanting to understand mobile app development
• Technical Project Managers overseeing mobile app projects
• Entrepreneurs seeking to develop mobile applications for their business
• Professionals aiming for a career change into mobile development
• Web Developers seeking to expand their skills into mobile platforms
• IT professionals wanting to stay updated with mobile development trends
• Freelancers looking to offer mobile app development services

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this Mobile Application Development?

Introduction to Learning Outcomes:

Gain comprehensive skills in mobile app development across Android and iOS platforms, and learn to extend apps with PhoneGap and ready them for Deployment.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

• Understand the Android application architecture and familiarize with Android Studio for development.
• Learn to use Android SDK tools effectively and implement Activity classes in apps.
• Design and manage UI with Fragments, List Views, Dialogs, Menus, and custom views in Android.
• Master Intents and Intent Filters for seamless intra and inter-application communication.
• Create responsive layouts using Android’s UI toolkit and implement web components with WebView.
• Implement persistent storage solutions and execute background processes in Android applications.
• Manage user notifications and alerts within Android applications.
• Develop iOS applications using Swift and understand the iOS stack and its development environment.
• Utilize XCODE for iOS app development and adopt MVC patterns for structured app design.
• Design and handle multi-view applications with Auto Layouts, Pickers, Table Views, and Navigation Controllers in iOS.
• Implement data persistence, location services, and media components in iOS and handle user interaction with Gestures.
• Extend mobile applications using PhoneGap’s cross-platform framework and enhance functionality with plugins.
• Prepare and execute Deployment strategies for Android and iOS apps, ensuring they're ready for store submission.