The design of an App is a very complex and long process since you not only have to know how to program and design but it is the sum of many factors and facets. It is also very important to know in depth the devices on the market and think about the final target, the user.
To design an App designed for the user we have to escape from the Web structure (websites but in small sizes) and look for the best way to structure the screen of a SmartPhone so that it shows all the information we want to show.
The App Designer must have knowledge and tools but above all they need to follow the following roadmap:
1.- Change the modus operandi
Start with wireframes and basic designs to be clear about the idea that we are going to capture. Be clear about each of the screens that we want to design and how they will interact with each other.
2.- Do teamwork:
Whatever the designer thinks is feasible, the programmer probably doesn't see it as much and vice versa. Everyone has to explain what they think about the project and that will make everything develop together and better.
3.- Use several operating systems
Thinking so that the final product is compatible with different operating systems can help us be successful. The differences between the two models are large and if they are not taken into account from the beginning, many problems can arise in the end.
4.- Have a prototype for each phase
Being able to see the application virtually and representing a large part of the actions to be carried out will help the entire team to see the evolution and its development.
5.- Constant updating
Although the app world changes every day, it is very important to follow the updates of this world and be aware of the news. Some industry leaders such as Josh clark o Luke Wroblewski or follow portals like ThirteenBits.
The App designer must always learn new knowledge and incorporate the new trends that are on the street, in the market and Online.
