Desired skillsets

For someone looking to make a career in the apps development domain, a knowledge of programming languages including C, C++ and Objective C for writing applications on iOS (iPhone, iPad) and Java (Android and the BlackBerry OS) is a must. Of course, one cannot learn it all while in college, but you can always opt for shortterm courses or a diploma in apps development, which are being widely offered across the country.

Apart from having a B Tech or an MCA degree, one is expected to have fairly good knowledge on browsers (WML and XHTML), gateways/servers (WAP, XML, sXML, WTA, etc), clients (SMS, e-mail, chat, etc) and stacks (WAP2.0 and TCP/IP). Developers are, of course, most in demand in the business, but there is a lot of scope beyond development as well. An app needs content and graphics as well, which makes the industry a career choice for content writers, graphic designers and researchers as well. Innovation and out-of-the-box thinking can enable freshers in the industry to grow quickly.

With the changing technology, keeping pace with industry trends, technological innovations and new products in the market is important for freshers, who must constantly update themselves with the latest developments. Android, iOS and Windows Phone are the latest in the mobile arena, and even they may soon be replaced by rbuntu Phone, SDLOfiVh DQG )LUHIRx 2S. +HQFH, NHHSLQJ D WDE RQ WhH ODWHVW technology can be really helpful to remain in demand.

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