Mobile app development undergoes frequent changes. With many changes in trends, programming languages, tools and frameworks are constant necessity. The following skills are the most-in demand skills a mobile app developer have in 2020.  

1. Being able to work with Native Code

It is almost certain that a natively built app is a better approach to app building in many cases. But in the recent past developers assert that a web application or hybrid application would be more time saving. There are several reasons for this claim. One, the speed and performance of native code are better than a web application or hybrid code. Two, needless delays and slow load times can significantly impact user experience and makes an app seem antique. Moreover, there are certain functionalities and features that can be included while using a native code. 

2. Cross Compatible Development

Some mobile app development companies in UAE would still assert that developing apps for a single platform at a time reduces costs, but the reality is that an Android and iOS app with a single comprehensive codebase is more suitable for today. 

Previously, firms would have developed three different apps: one web app, one Android app and one iOS app. Hence any updation or feature addition would require updation on all the related code base individually. This is a very tedious process.

Many software development companies in Dubai will not agree to this because this would bring down the billable hours, and the amount charged for app maintenance, but it is evident that it is the best choice for the client.

3. JavaScript :

JavaScript is universally popular, especially when it comes to mobile app development and the popularity has only increased tremendously over the last couple of years. The primary reason behind this is the JavaScript frameworks like Angular, React, and React Native. To keep abreast of changes, the developers need to brush up on their JavaScript skills if they want to adapt to the modern age.  

As Forbes says, JavaScript is the most used on Github and this will only likely increase.

4. Design and Communications 

A good developer should always understand design, marketing and communications and learn to combine these with technology. Poor design choices will always make less appealing to the users. Regardless of the intricate technological features, an app with no users is of no help to no one.

5. Data Analytics

Many developers disregard the importance of data while developing an app. Some can actively refuse the efforts of designers to initiate features which are more in tune with the market research and user testing. An app which does not meet the user demand, might not be downloaded or less likely to be used. A feature that a developer wants to add and what the market wants may not always match each other. In such instances, a good developer should always take the data into consideration and plan his efforts accordingly. Data analytics is absolutely necessary to build different tools and utilise SDK’s necessitating behaviour tracking on an app. 

In essence, as the market evolves developer must learn skills that are outside their comfort zone. Upskilling is a normal and exciting part of being a techie. So rather than worrying it is necessary to be excited about new changes.