In this episode of the Half Geek Half Human podcast, we are joined by one of Atiba's top Software Developers, Ashton Bailey. We speak with Ashton about what it takes to build a mobile app - everything from how to choose a framework and overall technical approach to what goes into creating the timeline and budget. We also cover how software development, and mobile development in particular, are constantly changing and how developers can keep up.

This episode will cover:

• Cross platform versus native
• Challenges for apps using Bluetooth
• What "gestures" means for mobile apps
• Different variables necessary for app development
• What a client needs to have in place prior to building an app
• Defining front end and back end for mobile apps
• Timelines and costs variables for mobile app development
• Mobile app maintenance after deployment
• Cross platforms for mobile apps
• Publishing to app stores and their challenges
• Identifying and dealing with mobile app bugs
• Mobile app QC and testing
• Where apps live
• How mobile app developers stay relevant with changing technology
• Resources for mobile app developers
• Benefits of working with an agency to develop a mobile app
• Are mobile apps here to stay?