Building an iPhone App
Thinking of building an iPhone app, but unsure where to begin? These applications have become incredibly popular and can be now be developed quite easily. Even if you do not know the first thing about code, there are many developers available that will help you create your first app! As long as you have a great idea for your app, you can make a name for yourself.
The first thing you need to do is refine your idea. You will find it useful to map out your ideas on a piece of paper or on your computer. A flow chart is helpful for seeing how your buttons and screens all link to one another. Once you’ve got a plan, it’s show time! Ask your friends what they think. Would they buy this app? Does it seem useful? Is it Fun? Does the layout and flow make sense? Does it seem easy to use?
Before you start building your app, you should apply to the Web developer Program so that you can sell your app within the App Store. It might take a couple of months to get accepted, so it’s good to do this ahead of time.
If you are going to write the code yourself, you also have to download the iPhone SDK 3.0 and delve in! But what if you can’t write, or even understand code? Don’t fret! You have numerous options.
If building an iPhone app is something you really want to complete yourself, there are many resources written for beginners which will help you understand how to use Objective-C, Cocoa-Touch and other programming languages to develop your app.
If you’d rather not learn any code and you wish to get started straight away, it is possible to go surfing and look for companies specializing in iPhone app development. Many have online development tools and templates you can use to create your app, and others will actually build your app for you. Fees for these services can be a one-time payment for the use of their app building tools, a monthly fee, or a profit sharing arrangement.
Choosing to work with a developer can provide you with piece of mind that your app will work. It can also be quite common for developers to have the ability to call on the services of a reliable graphic design company to great stunning graphics for your app.
Alternatively, you can actually place a job on rentacoder.com or elance.com and take bids from freelancers. In either case, check references and ask to see samples of their previous work before you give them any money.
No matter how you decide to build it, ensure you test your app…and then test it again! You can then be certain all the bugs are out and it works the way it’s supposed to before you submit it to Apple. Once it’s App Store worthy, submit it to Apple as well as to iPhone app review sites. Creating an iPhone app is just the very first step…if you want it to sell, you must get the word out and market it!