Keith Shields

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How Long Does it Take to Build an App?

Building an app is a complex operation with many factors that affect the timeline. On average you can expect a 3-12 month timeline to create an app. Like building a house, the length of time it takes to build an app will depend on the app’s size and...

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Project Management for App Development (+ Best PM Tools)

It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to realize that developing an app can be complicated. Wrangling people, deadlines, and budgets in perfect harmony...

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Native App vs. Web App vs. Hybrid App: Which Is Best?

Hundreds of decisions must be made when you set out to build an app, from its graphic style to the features it will include to how you’ll market it....

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How Much Does it Cost to Make an App?

When asking how much does it cost to build a mobile app, you’ll likely get the answer, “it depends”. There are numerous variables that can impact app...

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6 Best Usability Testing Methods for Mobile Apps

No one loves an app that’s cumbersome to use. Usability is a prerequisite for creating a successful app-based business. But how do you know if...

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What are Push Notifications, and How Do You Use Them?

Push notifications can skyrocket your business...or sink it. These little pop-ups hold incredible power to drive engagement and boost revenue. But...

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8 Best Ways to Market an App (on a Budget)

A successful app launch gets people talking well before the app is available for download. One of the best ways to market an app is to generate...

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What Is a Progressive Web App (PWA)? Plus Examples

If you want to build an app that leverages native device features without the time and cost of separate builds for iOS and Android, there’s a great...

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App Builder Review: Appy Pie vs. Bubble vs. GoodBarber vs. BuildFire

Using an app builder has some advantages, but builders aren’t suitable for all apps. Here’s what you need to know about using an app builder, when...

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How to Use Emotional Design to Create a Great App

Good app design requires understanding how your users interact with your app and why they respond the way they do. UX design offers best practices...

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The Apple Developer Enterprise Program and How to Distribute Your Enterprise App

Building an enterprise app is a great way tocreate a custom solution to your business’s challenges. If you’re considering creating an app for your...

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Using the Freemium Model for Your App (or Software)

Most apps in the App Store are free to download, and the freemium model is a proven one. It might seem a bit counterintuitive, but building a free...

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Should You Create an MVP App? Pros and Cons

Building a minimum viable product (MVP) has become standard practice in the two decades since the approach was first defined. The benefits of...

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