The news features all sorts ofarticlesabout kids as young as 9 that can make them.
If they can do it, surely the rest of us can, too?
Like cooking, there is a bit of a process involved in “cooking” up an app.
Now that we have all seen the fine print, here are the exciting steps to app happiness!
Step 1: Craft A Brainy Idea
Have a unique idea for an app?
So what makes an app stand out?
Why would anyone want to use your app?
Why would they pay money for it if you are going to charge?
Be sure to check that there aren’t other apps that do the same thing that you are proposing.
Draw it out on paper or on the computer.
Registration is free so you simply have to give them your information and agree to their terms.
The version you need depends on the OS you are currently running.
ManiacDev is a really great site with TONS of information geared to both uber-newbies like me and tech gurus.
Just start with the first video, watch and take notes as you go.
Really and truly, these are the best tutorials I have found!
Step 5: Download XCode
If you don’t already have it, download XCode.
This is another huge download, so you might want to rent a second movie.
This is where that HUGE amount of download time will be a huge benefit.
Step 7: Learn Objective-C For Cocoa
If you love programming languages, you will love Objective-C.
It really does help to get a book, too, for reference.
It helps to take screenshots as you go along so you might remember what you tried.
Some apps can take just a few hours to program while other Apps can take months.
Only you know how much detail you want out there for its maiden voyage in the App Store!
You will need to load up your app and do your own testing.
This is that moment.
Sadly, loading an app into iTunes costs a one time member fee of $99 (USD).
Truly though, you DO get a lot for your $99.
For one, you get access to some of the coolest people on this side of Pluto!
This is a great community, and testing new stuff is lots of fun.
Depending on the nature and complexity of your app, this process can take some time.
You will be able to upload it right from the community.
The process of approval can take some time, so be patient!
Step 13: Watch The Dough & Traffic Roll In!
If you created a paid app, just wait for the money to roll in to shore.
If you created a free app, watch the traffic!
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