App developer (App-ontwikkelaar)

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An App developer is a programmer who specializes in developing and building Apps for smartphones and tablets. The Apps, which an App developer builds, are specially made for mobile devices and not for ordinary websites. Apps are mainly built to increase ease of use on mobile devices, as most websites are limited functional on mobile devices. This is mainly because most websites are not built for mobile devices. Some important characteristics that a good App must meet is that the App is clear and easy to use. Nowadays, almost all large companies, governments and institutions that work a lot with the internet have an App available. With the rise of the mobile Apps, the user-friendliness has therefore increased considerably. Also the playback of videos usually goes well via Apps. There are many types of Apps available today, which can range from entertainment to business Apps. The development, construction and testing of new Apps can be regarded as specialist work, because Apps must meet many conditions before they are allowed. Programming mobile applications for the smartphone, smartwatch and tablet is quite complex, because mobile devices can use different techniques, so it will regularly happen that an App developer has to program in different ways. For example, apps that work on Apple devices don't just work on Android devices. In other words, an App developer will have to specialize in programming different computer languages in a broad way. A programmer who can make different computer languages work together is also called a NET developer. Developing Apps is not easy and cannot simply be compared to setting up or building a website.‎

‎An App developer is therefore usually a programmer who has specialized as ‎‎a NET developer‎‎. The profession of App developer can now be regarded as an important profession, because more and more Apps are being added. There are therefore quite a lot of ICT specialists working as App developers, because the demand for good App developers is high. Modern Apps can also be very extensive, so ‎‎developing‎‎ new Apps can take a lot of time. Especially the popular game Apps are in many cases extensive Apps, which are developed, built and tested by a team of App developers. Just like with regular websites, applications are generally not built by one person, because building applications is a lot of work. In addition, it is perfectly conceivable that an App developer has specialized in certain forms of programming, such as JAVA, PHP or HTML. In addition, App developers generally use specialized ‎‎web designers‎‎ and / or ‎‎graphic designers‎‎. In some cases, the name application developer may also apply.‎

‎WHAT EXACTLY DOES AN APP DEVELOPER DO‎

‎An App developer will initially consult with his client about the wishes and expectations of the App to be built and then draw up a plan of action and discuss this again with the client. Because Apple has strict conditions regarding the admission of new Apps, this will have to be taken into account at an early stage. For example, Apple only wants clear user menus and no hidden possibilities in the App. In everything an App developer does, functionality is highly regarded. During the construction process of a new App, several ‎‎test versions‎‎ will usually have to be sent before a new App can receive the final approval and can be found in the App Store. For Android, the rules are less strict, but an App must of course also be functional and work well. In addition to devising and building a new App, the App developer will also apply ‎‎updates‎‎ so that the App continues to run stably on new software.‎

‎APPS ARE THE FUTURE‎

‎Apps certainly have a great future because it is already the case that most consumers only work via ‎‎smartphones‎‎ and tablets and the fixed computer at home is becoming less and less common. It is therefore very important for companies to have a good App built because otherwise you as a company will miss out on many visitors or customers. It is usually only the larger companies that already own an App because the ‎‎development costs‎‎ of an App can be high. There are now many companies active that are focused on building and launching Apps that may also try to put independent Apps on the market such as the well-known game Apps. With a good App is certainly good money to earn when it is picked up by ‎‎social media‎‎. The earnings to an App may include advertising revenue, buying the App and buying additional functionalities within the app. Obviously, the profession consists of different aspects and new creative ideas are important. Incidentally, an App developer does not only have to deal with Apps for the mobile phone. Consider, for example, the tablet.‎

‎WHAT DOES AN APP DEVELOPER DO:‎

‎APP DEVELOPER TRAINING‎

‎If you aspire to a career as an App developer, it is best to opt for the ‎‎MBO application developer course‎‎ at level four. During the MBO application developer course, you will generally also regularly do ‎‎an internship‎‎ at recognized training companies where you will work under the guidance of an experienced employee, who can be seen as a ‎‎teacher‎‎. As an App developer, there are also plenty of training opportunities at HBO level, such as the ‎‎HBO ict programme‎‎ and the ‎‎Communication Multimedia Design programme‎‎, which will generally take another four years to complete. As an App developer, you will generally benefit from an MBO education, but following a suitable HBO education is advisable in most cases, because a HBO education goes deeper into the subject matter, which will result in broadening as an App developer. As an App developer, it is important in all cases that you have a great affinity with regard to computers, software and programming. Learning to design also generally plays an important role as an application developer. In addition, there are also plenty ‎‎of external training institutes‎‎ where you can follow a course. Accounting is ‎‎also‎‎ important as an independent entrepreneur.‎

‎COMPANIES WHERE AN APP DEVELOPER MAY BE EMPLOYED‎

‎An App developer will generally work for specialized ICT companies, which focus on developing and building applications. In addition, it is perfectly conceivable that an App developer works as an ‎‎entrepreneur‎‎. There are quite a lot of independent entrepreneurs working within the ICT sector, who can work in different ways. An App developer can also work well as a ‎‎consultant‎‎ for various clients. It is possible that an App developer is also responsible for other ICT activities, but this can differ per App developer. As described earlier, the name application developer can also apply.‎

‎APP DEVELOPER COMPETENCIES‎

‎The most important competence of an App developer is that an App developer can be seen as an all-round ‎‎programmer‎‎. In addition, an App developer must have ‎‎mathematical‎‎ and technical insight. The analytical ability is also important as an App developer. Because an App developer generally works within a team of specialists, the App developer must have good ‎‎communication‎‎ skills. In addition, creativity can play an important role within the profession, when it comes to being able to solve problems. As an App developer, being able to work in a structured way can also be regarded as an important competence. If an App developer has many responsibilities, it can also be important that the App developer can be classified as a ‎‎software engineer‎‎. Generally important words are collaboration, independence, performance, monitoring, ‎‎inspiration‎‎, ‎‎motivation‎‎, listening, consultation, flexibility, ‎‎planning‎‎ and organizing.‎

‎LABOUR MARKET PERSPECTIVE AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AS AN APP DEVELOPER‎

‎As a well-trained App developer within the ICT world, it is usually no problem to find ‎‎work‎‎. The business community is eager for well-trained App builders. However, it is very important within this profession to stay informed of the latest techniques and possibilities, because there are always changes. As an App developer, you are never finished learning, and you will therefore have to follow regular training. Growing as an App developer should be seen in further specializing in certain areas, by following extra training or courses. But of course sooner or later you can also start your own business as an independent entrepreneur, as soon as you have gained sufficient experience. The number of vacancies for App developers is now large. Most App developers have no trouble finding a suitable job.‎

‎TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT AND SALARY APP DEVELOPER‎

‎In general, the position as an App developer is a well-paid job with excellent employment conditions. A hbo-trained App developer will ‎‎earn‎‎ between 3000 and 4500 euros gross per month, depending on age, education and responsibilities. There are also relatively many independent entrepreneurs working as App developers, who rent themselves out for certain services or perhaps build their own Apps independently. With a popular App is usually a lot of money to earn provided that it naturally catches on with the general public.‎

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