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So...You Wanna Design Your Own Apps. I have published lots of posts on my favorite iPad resources, my favorite apps for administrators, and posted countless Tweets and had a number of conversations about apps for learning, producing and consuming. But what about if you want to take the next step? You want (or better yet your kids) to create apps. Whether it's something basic like just appifying your blog or literally building something from the ground up, there are some pretty easy ways to create apps. Before I go the easy route, there are some standard (fairly nerdy) ways to create apps. Now, I am lacking on my computer programming skills so I turn to those that have streamlined the process. AppMakr-This is one of those "plug and chug" app makers. iBuildApp-Another one of the easy app builders, there are lots of features to choose from. Shoutem-Similar to the others, this has a few less features but when it comes time to publishing, you do save a little bit of money.

iPhone Application Developer... and 6th Grader: Thomas Suarez@TEDxManhattanBeach. Free iPhone App Builder | Free Android App Builder | iPhone and Android CMS. Treehouse Is An Online Learning Resource For Aspiring Designers And Developers. Designing Web Apps for the iPad.

What’s stopping you from creating a functional app/website for the iPad? My answer was the Objective-C coding language, time constraints and having to deal with the infamous Apple App Store. But if you’re a web designer, like me, and you think that designing for the iPad is outside the realm of possibility — think again. Love it or hate it, the iPad is an incredible medium. There is no denying that the touch form factor will have an incredible impact on how designers approach user interaction. So get ahead of the game and start experimenting with iPad web apps now.

In this article, I will guide you through my creative process in which I developed a simple but useful iPad web app in just one weekend: BracketSlash.com. I do not consider myself a professional iPad app developer, so if you feel a little apprehensive, let my experience be an inspiration to you. Why Did I Create a Web App for the iPad? I created a web-based iPad app mainly for my own personal use. Start with a Functional Goal.

The Ultimate Teacher's Guide To Creating Educational Apps. It’s no secret that students love their smartphones. Most were seemingly born with one in their hand. They use them to chat, talk with friends, get news, and to learn. Wait, learn?! That’s right, EduDemic is pleased to share with you some of the best ways teachers can make iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch apps that will help students learn and feel a bit more engaged in class. There are plenty of quality learning aids in the app store today, but is there an app specifically designed for your class? We have tutorials for both tech experts and also teachers who are new to the tech game. Why Make An App? You may have decided to create an app simply so you would seem hip.

A 24/7 learning store at your fingertips. Shop the App Store on iPhone and iPod touch to find apps for learning. Apps aplenty. Whether students need help defining a word, locating the lumbar spine, or practicing French vocabulary, there’s definitely an app for that. Wi-Fi wherever Voice Memos VoiceOver Zoom White on Black Mono Audio.