WajahatKarim Coding 8+ Years Experienced Android Developer Writing Authored 2 Worldwide Published Books Passion Open Source Contributor (many Android libraries) Community AndroidPub, FlutterPub, Articles, and Talks Things I Do...
WajahatKarim Does your startup really need an app? I am simply doing what the others ones are doing. Role of the app in bridging gap in product-market fit
WajahatKarim Why even Android app? Huge Market - About 80% smartphones are Android - Faster and more app downloads - Quicker feedback iterations Low Entry Barrier - Open Source - Lower cost in development - No fancy expensive equipment - Just $25 one-time for Google Play account Customizations - Easy to experiment with different app features - Faster & easier approval processes - Less headache with access to device hardware
Number of Features - Don’t get trapped in perfection - Create an MVP first - Divide features in a roadmap WajahatKarim How long will app take in development? Complexity - Is it a research kind of app? - Or totally game-changing idea? - Or a time-sensitive app? Usually 4-6 months for full app. 6 Weeks for MVP
WajahatKarim How to develop your startup app? Sketching & Wireframes - Explains the “What” in the screens - Focuses on User Experience - Easy to build, iterate, & improve
WajahatKarim How to develop your startup app? Theming & Designs - Explains the “How” in the screens - Focuses on User Interface - Takes more time than wireframes - Material Design as a common language