Here are my five recommendations that are based on App Design. All five links are related to different aspects of app design. This includes the evolution of apps, creating an icon, knowing your audience, the basics and the mistakes to avoid.
LINK 1: 10 years of the App Store: The design evolution of the earliest apps
This article that’s based on a series of popular phone applications from the app store over the period of 10 years. It touches on the app design and features with updates every few years. A great article to see the evolution of apps.
https://9to5mac.com/2018/07/10/app-store-10-years-design-evolution/
LINK 2: How to design an app: the ultimate guide
An article that covers the beginning steps to creating an application. I think this link would be great for someone who is new to app design and/or someone who still in the idea process.
https://99designs.com.au/blog/web-digital/how-to-design-an-app/
LINK 3: Designing better app icons
Breaks down the different roles and needs that requires when creating an app icon/logo. I would recommend using this site as a checklist when creating an icon for your app.
https://medium.com/@flarup/designing-better-app-icons-bac276f89ead
LINK 4: Don’t Make These 10 Mistakes in Your App Design
An overview on the mistakes a designer should avoid when creating an app. This article goes over the basics yet touches on mistakes everyone makes even the professionals.
https://designshack.net/articles/ux-design/dont-make-these-10-mistakes-in-your-app-design/
LINK 5: How to Find Your Target Audience for Mobile Apps
The last link focuses on the importance of finding and knowing your target audience when developing an app. This article is major when starting the app process and was great for me when writing out my personas.
https://appradar.com/blog/how-to-find-your-target-audience-for-mobile-apps/
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