The internet has given rise to a wide set of possibilities. While there have been huge milestones achieved, there is still a long way to go and endless possibilities yet to be explored. App development is one of the hottest careers given the room for creativity it allows. It is, also, well within one’s reach. Here are 25 tips proving that indeed a career in app development is a cool thing and well within your reach.
1. Allows for creativity
This is one of the careers that does not limit a person’s creativity. Very few people know that developing apps calls for creativity and great thinking. Developing an application is basically creating something that did not exist before, or adding a whole new feature to an old development.
2. Collaborative
A common misconception is that a software developer sits alone with their computer all day coding. This could not be any further from the truth since developing programs require lots of teamwork. That is, also, a way to learn.
3. Fun
The great room that allows for you to be as creative as possible, also, allows you to have fun in the process. You are coming up with a new creation. You are free to add a whole set of features that make it great; which is quite fun.
4. Ready market
Software and applications are slowly taking over the world. An increase in the number of programmers in the recent years has not filled the gap that exists. More developers and more applications are still needed.
5. Pays great
With the high demand and no marginal cost when developing and selling an app, app developers tend to receive more lucrative pays; especially if you land a big client.
6. Future proof
The need for more application and even better applications exist and will continue to exist even in future. Actually, the demand for these developments will be much greater years.
7. Work from home
Coding does not necessarily require that you limit yourself to an office space. You can work from anywhere you want at the time you are most comfortable with – as long as you beat the deadlines.
8. Flexibility
“Working hours” is not a familiar term with developers. You create your own timetable that suits you best.
9. Outsourcing
App developers can be outsourced to other countries. If you are good enough, other countries may outsource your services. Being outsourced can be quite lucrative since you have more say on the pay and can land bigger clients.
10. With app development, one is never done with learning. The more you advance and the more things change, the more one learns new stuff in the process.
11. Fulfillment in life
If you have been all about software and applications all your life, then this is the career for you. It makes you feel more fulfilled.
12. Travel the world
Not many careers offer many opportunities to travel the world. if you happen to land an international client, chances are they would require you to meet. As such, you get a chance to explore the world.
13. You can, also, work and get paid without ever having to meet your client.
14. Work in more than one discipline
App development does not really require you to specialize in any field. With open creativity, you can develop apps for any industry.
15. Interact with people of influence in the industry
The conferences and expos allow you to meet and learn from giants and big companies in the industry.
16. Chance to be influential
Developing an app that solves problems of makes life much easier and more fun for people make you a respected person in the society. You may attain this status with just a few jobs.
17. No need for degree or higher learning
If you are good at coding, there is no need for you to attain those high academic certificates. Some of the great developers did no complete school.
18. Programming is easy to learn, and one can get themselves to be a pro without being taught much.
19. Easy to find a job
App development jobs are much easier to come by as compared to other careers. The high demand and the need for upgrades make it easier to land clients.
20. The job is, also, much safer. You basically can be your own boss and promote yourself. You do not have to worry about being fired.
21. Be part of something amazing
Smartphone, computers, drones and many other developments have impressed the market. A career in app development means you will be ensuring these great development actually function, which is amazing.
22. Take pride in your work
With progressive work and learning, you can actually track your improvements and even polish your skills further.
23. Not a field for all
App development can get quite frustrating especially when your codes are not correct. The field only has room for non-quitters.
24. There are no or few barriers of entry in this field. Once you can develop apps, then you are good to go.
25. Also, app developers always plan ahead, always trying to solve problems. This attitude spills to other aspects of their lives making them even better persons.