OUGD504 Studio Brief 02 - Application Developer

Application Developer:

Job Description:
Application development involves the process, life cycle and creation of the software aimed at helping users complete a computer task or program. Developers work closely with computer analysts and engineers in using languages such as Java, C++ or ORACLE to develop the necessary specifications for software. Developers may also test, debug and improve generally faulty applications for clients.

Duties:
These can vary depending on level of experience, type of application platform and employer. 

- Creating, maintaining and implementing the source code that makes up the application or program.

- Designing the prototype application, indicate program unit structure, and coordinate application plans with the development team or client.

Requirements:
These vary for developers based on application use. Frequently, employers require a bachelor's degree in computer science, knowledge of computer programming languages and some relevant work experience.

Education:
Application developers often have a bachelor's degree in a relevant computer science major. Degrees of this type involve concentrations in areas such as data structuring, system design and programming. Learning computer languages is also important. Developers utilise these systems when building the application structure. Many bachelor's degree programs in computer science combine these language classes as a part of the major, while others offer them as electives.

A few advanced positions require a master's degree for a relevant computer science major. These jobs focus on specialists who have multiple years of experience. Master's degree programs follow a more specific kind of application such as Internet program development.


How can I find a developer?
- Extended networks - people I may already know personally.

- Colleges and Universities - this will keep cost down but more time will be needed for development.

- Freelance outlets - Elance and Odesk - reasonable rate but if app scales you will need a developer on your team.

- Other websites - They Make Apps, Get Apps Done, Behance and Dribbble




RESOURCES:

WEB
- http://study.com/articles/Application_Developer_Job_Description_Duties_and_Requirements.html

- https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/244312