
Mobile App Development
DURATION – 2 MONTH
Mobile App Development Syllabus:
Module 1: Introduction to Mobile App Development
Overview of Mobile App Development:
- Introduction to mobile platforms (iOS, Android)
- Native vs. hybrid vs. cross-platform development
- Mobile app development life cycle
Choosing a Development Environment:
- Introduction to IDEs (Integrated Development Environments)
- Setting up development environments for Android Studio (Android) and Xcode (iOS)
Module 2: Basics of Programming
Introduction to Programming:
- Basic programming concepts
- Variables, data types, and operators
- Control structures (if statements, loops)
Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming (OOP):
- Classes and objects
- Inheritance, encapsulation, polymorphism
- Object-oriented design principles
Module 3: Mobile App UI/UX Design
User Interface (UI) Design:
- Principles of mobile UI design
- Wireframing and prototyping tools
- Designing for different screen sizes and resolutions
User Experience (UX) Design:
- Understanding user interactions
- Navigation patterns and best practices
- Accessibility considerations
Module 4: Android App Development
Introduction to Android Development:
- Overview of the Android platform
- Android architecture and components
Building User Interfaces with XML:
- XML layout files
- UI components and attributes
- Handling user input
Java Programming for Android:
- Basic Java concepts for Android development
- Activities and Fragments
- Event handling and listeners
Working with Android Studio:
- Creating and managing Android projects
- Debugging and testing
Module 5: iOS App Development
Introduction to iOS Development:
- Overview of the iOS platform
- iOS architecture and components
Building User Interfaces with Interface Builder:
- Interface Builder basics
- UI components and constraints
- Handling user input
Swift Programming for iOS:
- Basic Swift concepts for iOS development
- View controllers and navigation
- Event handling and delegation
Working with Xcode:
- Creating and managing iOS projects
- Debugging and testing
Module 6: Cross-Platform Development
Introduction to Cross-Platform Frameworks:
- Overview of frameworks like Flutter or React Native
- Building cross-platform apps with a single codebase
Developing with a Cross-Platform Framework:
- Setting up a cross-platform development environment
- Building and deploying cross-platform apps
Module 7: Mobile App Data Management
Local Data Storage:
- Using SQLite databases (Android and iOS)
- Shared Preferences (Android)
- Core Data (iOS)
Working with APIs:
- Consuming RESTful APIs
- Parsing JSON data
- Authentication and authorization
Module 8: Advanced Topics
Push Notifications:
- Implementing push notifications (Firebase Cloud Messaging, APNs)
- Handling notifications in mobile apps
Mobile App Security:
- Best practices for securing mobile apps
- Encryption and secure communication
Module 9: Deployment and App Store Guidelines
Testing and Debugging:
- Unit testing and UI testing
- Debugging tools and techniques
App Deployment:
- Deploying apps to Google Play Store (Android)
- Deploying apps to Apple App Store (iOS)
Module 10: Final Project
- Project Work:
- Design and develop a mobile application
- Incorporate various features learned in the course
- Prepare the app for deployment
Assessment and Evaluation:
Assignments and Quizzes:
- Regular assessments to reinforce concepts
- Quizzes to assess understanding
Project Evaluation:
- Assessment of the final mobile app project
- App design, functionality, and usability