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What are the three major operating systems for which mobile apps are developed?
What are the three major operating systems for which mobile apps are developed?
Which language is commonly used for coding Android apps?
Which language is commonly used for coding Android apps?
What is the suggested IDE for Android app development?
What is the suggested IDE for Android app development?
In which language are iOS apps generally coded?
In which language are iOS apps generally coded?
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What is the primary purpose of 1st party native app development?
What is the primary purpose of 1st party native app development?
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Which type of app runs only in the OS it is specifically designed for?
Which type of app runs only in the OS it is specifically designed for?
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What type of app is developed for the specific platform (iOS or Android) and can take full advantage of the device’s capabilities and features?
What type of app is developed for the specific platform (iOS or Android) and can take full advantage of the device’s capabilities and features?
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Which type of app can be accessed through a web browser and can be installed on the user’s device like a native app?
Which type of app can be accessed through a web browser and can be installed on the user’s device like a native app?
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What are the primary features of a first party native app developed by the retail company?
What are the primary features of a first party native app developed by the retail company?
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What distinguishes a progressive web app from other types of apps?
What distinguishes a progressive web app from other types of apps?
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Which type of app runs on both Android and iOS with the same code base but has access to all the native features of both systems?
Which type of app runs on both Android and iOS with the same code base but has access to all the native features of both systems?
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What technologies are commonly used for developing progressive web apps?
What technologies are commonly used for developing progressive web apps?
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What distinguishes a cross-platform application from other types of apps?
What distinguishes a cross-platform application from other types of apps?
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What is an example of an advantage of a progressive web app?
What is an example of an advantage of a progressive web app?
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What is an example of an advantage of a first party native app?
What is an example of an advantage of a first party native app?
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Which type of app is essentially a website that runs locally on your device?
Which type of app is essentially a website that runs locally on your device?
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Study Notes
Operating Systems for Mobile App Development
- Three major operating systems for mobile app development are Android, iOS, and Windows.
Android App Development
- Java is a commonly used language for coding Android apps.
- Android Studio is the suggested Integrated Development Environment (IDE) for Android app development.
iOS App Development
- Swift is a common language used for coding iOS apps.
Native App Development
- The primary purpose of 1st party native app development is to provide a tailored experience for the users of a specific platform (iOS or Android).
- Native apps run only in the OS they are specifically designed for.
- Native apps are developed for a specific platform (iOS or Android) and can take full advantage of the device’s capabilities and features.
Other Types of Apps
- Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) can be accessed through a web browser and can be installed on the user’s device like a native app.
- PWAs are distinguished from other types of apps by their ability to provide a native app-like experience and access to device features.
- Cross-platform apps run on both Android and iOS with the same code base and have access to all the native features of both systems.
Progressive Web Apps (PWAs)
- PWAs are developed using technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React.
- A distinguishing feature of PWAs is their ability to provide a native app-like experience and access to device features.
- An advantage of PWAs is that they do not require separate development for different platforms.
First Party Native Apps
- A first party native app is developed by a company for its own use.
- Primary features of a first party native app developed by a retail company include customized branding, personalized experience, and seamless integration with the company's ecosystem.
- An advantage of first party native apps is their ability to provide a tailored experience for the company's customers.
Cross-Platform Apps
- Cross-platform apps are developed using technologies such as React Native and Flutter.
- A distinguishing feature of cross-platform apps is their ability to run on both Android and iOS with the same code base.
Hybrid Apps
- Hybrid apps are essentially websites that run locally on your device.
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Explore the basics of mobile application development in this introductory quiz. Learn about the technologies and frameworks used to develop mobile applications for various operating systems like Android, iOS, and Windows.
