The most important element in choosing a mobile developer is their app portfolio. Having a history of being featured in app stores or other indusrty awards will provide an idependent validation of a developer’s work. Any developer you are considering must have direct experience building apps. Some larger companies companies may offer a wide range of services beyond just app development. There is more to an app than code-such as being well-rounded expertise in coding, design, product management and marketing. Those who help you think about building a business, not just an app, are significantly more valuable than those who just code.
If a potential developer has a proven track record and solid portfolio, they probably have a high process The process elements should address each area of expertise and give you a big picture understanding of how an initial idea will turn into an app. It is important to make sure that you and your developer will be able to work well together. During the recruiting process, access how you feel when speaking with a potential developer. Check if they take to explain things to you and match the enthusium for your ideas. Your potential developer should be prepared to provide you with at least a weekly status call. Communication in a daily basis at the begining of a new app is the best.
The agreement you sign with the developer should have provisions ranging from IP ownership, how payments are scheduled, and the handling of confidential information at a minimum.
The price of an app depends on complexity and feature set of the app as well as the available resources. You should watch out for developers that drive the timeline and cost below the average. Finally, you will get what you pay for in addition to the headache of less experienced or uncommunicative developers which is not worth the discount. The agreement you sign with the developer should have provisions ranging from IP ownership, how payments are scheduled, and the handling of confidential information at a minimum. However, the long agreement of twenty pages is overkill and may be representation of the developer’s tendency to over-engineer solutions. The agreement should provide protection for both parties in balance and readable without interpretation from a lawyer.
Take sometime to research and talk with developers before deciding who to work with. You should look for developers with evidence of app success but do not forget to rely a little on your gut and personal performance when choosing a developer. This developer needs to not only be a good fit for your business, but for you as well.