2. About me
Scoompa
• Mobile, mostly Android
• 1.5 years
• 30+ of our own apps
• 10+ Million downloads
• Many apps done for others
Why Mobile ?
3. Developing an app
• Idea
• Competitive landscape
• Design
• Coding
• Distribution
• Monetization
• Support: users, devices
• Iterations
4. Ideal App
• Long session time
• Used often
• Keep installed
• Users love it, high rating
• Users share it
• Searchable
Low barrier to entry
5. Coding/Design challenges
• Many devices: screen, OS, capabilities
• Intuitive UI - no one wants a manual
• Limited memory, esp Bitmaps
• Battery
• Be fast
• Animations & enchantment
• App can be killed at any point
• Notification bar space