Question 1

What is mobile application development?

Accepted Answer

Mobile application development is the process of creating software applications that run on mobile devices like smartphones and tablets. This includes native apps built specifically for iOS (using Swift) or Android (using Kotlin), cross-platform apps using frameworks like React Native or Flutter that work on both platforms from a single codebase, and hybrid apps combining web technologies with native wrappers. Development encompasses UI/UX design, frontend coding, backend API development, database integration, testing, and deployment to App Store and Google Play.

Question 2

How much does custom mobile app development cost?

Accepted Answer

Simple mobile apps with basic features: $25,000-$50,000. Mid-complexity apps with custom features and backend integration: $50,000-$150,000. Complex enterprise apps with advanced functionality: $150,000-$500,000+. Cross-platform development costs 30-40% less than building separate native apps. Costs include design, development, testing, deployment, and 3-6 months of post-launch support. Ongoing maintenance adds 15-20% annually. Timeline: 3-6 months for MVP, 6-12 months for full-featured apps.

Question 3

Native vs cross-platform: which is better?

Accepted Answer

Native apps (Swift/Kotlin) offer best performance, full platform features, smoother animations, and better user experience—ideal for graphics-intensive apps, games, or apps requiring deep OS integration. Cross-platform (React Native/Flutter) enables faster development, 30-40% cost savings, single codebase for both platforms, and easier maintenance—perfect for business apps, MVPs, and content-driven applications. Choose native for performance-critical apps, cross-platform for faster time-to-market and budget efficiency. Many businesses start cross-platform and rebuild native later if needed.

Question 4

How long does mobile app development take?

Accepted Answer

Simple apps: 3-4 months. Medium complexity: 4-6 months. Complex enterprise apps: 6-12 months. Timeline includes: discovery and planning (2-4 weeks), UI/UX design (3-6 weeks), development (8-20 weeks), testing and QA (2-4 weeks), deployment (1-2 weeks). Cross-platform development is 30% faster than building separate native apps. Most projects follow agile methodology with bi-weekly releases. Post-launch updates and feature additions continue iteratively based on user feedback.

Question 5

What features should my mobile app include?

Accepted Answer

Essential features vary by app type but commonly include: user authentication (email/social login), profile management, push notifications, in-app messaging, payment integration (Stripe, Apple Pay), offline functionality, data synchronization, search and filters, analytics tracking, and settings/preferences. Advanced features: geolocation, camera integration, augmented reality, social sharing, chat/video calls, multi-language support, and biometric authentication. Start with core features for MVP, then add based on user feedback and analytics.

Question 6

How do you handle App Store and Google Play submission?

Accepted Answer

We manage the entire submission process: creating developer accounts, preparing app store listings (descriptions, screenshots, keywords), ensuring compliance with Apple and Google guidelines, handling app metadata and privacy policies, submitting builds for review, and addressing reviewer feedback. Apple review takes 24-48 hours, Google Play 1-7 days. We optimize App Store Optimization (ASO) for discoverability. Post-approval, we handle version updates, bug fixes, and feature releases through continuous deployment pipelines.

Question 7

What backend technologies do you use?

Accepted Answer

We build scalable backends using Node.js, Python (Django/FastAPI), Ruby on Rails, or serverless architectures (AWS Lambda, Firebase). Databases include PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or Firebase Firestore. APIs follow RESTful or GraphQL patterns. Cloud platforms: AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure for hosting, storage (S3), and CDN. Real-time features use WebSockets or Firebase. Authentication via JWT, OAuth 2.0, or Auth0. Infrastructure includes auto-scaling, load balancing, caching (Redis), and monitoring (CloudWatch, Datadog).

Question 8

How do you ensure mobile app security?

Accepted Answer

Security measures include: HTTPS/TLS encryption for data transmission, secure token-based authentication, encrypted local storage, API rate limiting and input validation, OAuth 2.0 for third-party integrations, certificate pinning to prevent man-in-the-middle attacks, code obfuscation, jailbreak/root detection, biometric authentication (Face ID, Touch ID), OWASP mobile security testing, penetration testing, and compliance with GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA (if applicable). Regular security audits and dependency updates ensure ongoing protection.

Question 9

Can you integrate with existing systems?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Mobile apps integrate with existing systems via REST APIs, GraphQL, or webhooks. Common integrations include: CRMs (Salesforce, HubSpot), ERPs (SAP, Oracle), payment gateways (Stripe, PayPal), analytics (Google Analytics, Mixpanel), marketing tools (Braze, Segment), cloud storage (AWS S3, Google Cloud Storage), and custom internal APIs. We design middleware layers when needed to bridge legacy systems. SSO integration enables unified authentication across platforms.

Question 10

What happens after app launch?

Accepted Answer

Post-launch support includes: monitoring for crashes and performance issues, analyzing user behavior via analytics, gathering user feedback, releasing bug fixes (typically within 24-48 hours for critical issues), deploying feature updates based on roadmap, A/B testing new features, optimizing app performance, maintaining OS compatibility with iOS and Android updates, and providing technical support. Most projects include 3-6 months of included support, then transition to ongoing maintenance retainers (15-20% of development cost annually).

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What is mobile app development?

How much does custom app development cost?

Native vs cross-platform: which is better?

How long does development take?

What features should my app include?

How do you handle app store submission?

What backend technologies do you use?

How do you ensure app security?

Can you integrate with existing systems?

What happens after launch?

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