Mobile App Development
Create cross-platform mobile applications using modern frameworks and technologies.
Course Overview
This comprehensive 10-week course will take you from the fundamentals of mobile app development to building sophisticated cross-platform applications using React Native. You'll learn how to create mobile UIs, manage state, integrate with device features, and deploy your apps to app stores.
By the end of this course, you'll have built several mobile applications that showcase your ability to create professional, production-ready mobile experiences for both iOS and Android.
Who is this course for?
- Web developers looking to expand into mobile development
- JavaScript developers interested in cross-platform app creation
- Programmers wanting to build and deploy mobile applications
- Entrepreneurs with app ideas they want to bring to life
- Professionals seeking to develop mobile solutions for their industry
Prerequisites
Strong knowledge of JavaScript, including ES6+ features, is required. Familiarity with React or similar frameworks is highly recommended. Our JavaScript Essentials course or equivalent experience is a prerequisite for this course.
Course Details
Duration
10 weeks (20 sessions)
Schedule
Mon & Wed, 6:00-8:00 PM
Price
€499
Skill Level
Advanced
Certificate
Yes, upon completion
What You'll Learn
Master these essential mobile app development skills
React Native Fundamentals
- Setting up React Native environment
- Components and JSX syntax
- Understanding the React Native bridge
- Navigation between screens
- Debugging tools and techniques
Mobile UI Design
- Styling with StyleSheet
- Responsive layouts with Flexbox
- Handling different screen sizes
- Custom components and UI libraries
- Animation and gesture handling
State Management & Data Flow
- Local state with useState
- Context API for global state
- Redux fundamentals
- Async storage for persistence
- API integration with fetch/axios
Native Features Integration
- Camera and image picker
- Geolocation and maps
- Push notifications
- Device sensors and permissions
- Authentication and security
Course Curriculum
Week-by-week breakdown of what you'll learn
Week 1: Introduction to Mobile App Development
- Overview of mobile app development landscape
- Native vs cross-platform development approaches
- Setting up the development environment
- Introduction to React Native and Expo
- Creating your first mobile app
- Project: Hello World mobile app with basic UI elements
Week 2: React Native Fundamentals
- Core React Native components
- JSX syntax and component composition
- Props and state management
- Lifecycle methods and hooks
- Handling user input and events
- Project: Interactive Counter and Todo App
Week 3: Styling and Layout
- StyleSheet API and inline styling
- Flexbox layout in React Native
- Responsive design for different screen sizes
- Custom fonts and icons
- Theming and style organization
- Project: Stylish Product Showcase App
Week 4: Navigation and Routing
- React Navigation library
- Stack, tab, and drawer navigation
- Screen transitions and animations
- Passing parameters between screens
- Deep linking and URL handling
- Project: Multi-screen App with Navigation
Week 5: State Management
- Context API for global state
- Redux architecture and principles
- Actions, reducers, and the store
- Middleware for side effects
- Performance optimization
- Project: Shopping Cart App with Redux
Week 6: Working with Data
- Fetching data from REST APIs
- AsyncStorage for persistent data
- Form handling and validation
- Error handling and loading states
- Offline capabilities
- Project: Weather App with API Integration
Week 7: Accessing Device Features
- Camera and image picker integration
- Geolocation and maps
- Device sensors (accelerometer, gyroscope)
- Push notifications
- Permissions handling
- Project: Location-based Photo Journal App
Week 8: User Authentication and Security
- JWT authentication flow
- Secure storage of sensitive data
- Biometric authentication
- Social login integration
- Security best practices
- Project: Secure Authentication System
Week 9: Performance Optimization and Testing
- Identifying and fixing performance issues
- Memoization and optimized rendering
- Unit testing with Jest
- Component testing with React Native Testing Library
- Debugging techniques
- Project: Performance Optimization of Existing App
Week 10: Deployment and Final Project
- Preparing apps for production
- App store submission process
- Continuous integration and delivery
- App analytics and monitoring
- Final project development and refinement
- Project presentation and feedback
Projects You'll Build
Apply your skills to create these mobile applications
E-Commerce App
Build a shopping app with product listings, cart functionality, and checkout process.
Location Photo Journal
Create an app that captures photos, tags them with location data, and displays them on a map.
Social Media App
Develop a social networking app with user profiles, feeds, and real-time updates.
Meet Your Instructor
Nikolaevski Papadopoulous
Mobile Development Specialist & Lead Instructor
Nikolaevski specializes in mobile app development and has created numerous successful applications for startups and established companies. With over 8 years of experience in React Native development, he brings practical insights and industry best practices to the classroom.
Before joining CyprusCoding Academy, Nikolaevski worked as a lead mobile developer at a tech company where he led teams building consumer-facing mobile applications with millions of downloads. He holds a degree in Computer Science and is certified in various mobile development frameworks.
His teaching approach combines theory with extensive hands-on practice, ensuring students not only understand the concepts but can apply them to build real-world applications.
What Our Students Say
Markovitch Kyriakopoulos
Course Graduate
"The Mobile App Development course was challenging but incredibly rewarding. I came in with JavaScript experience but little knowledge of mobile development. By the end, I had built three fully functional apps and landed a job as a mobile developer at a startup. The instructor's expertise and practical approach made all the difference."
Marinika Christovska
Course Graduate
"As a web developer, I wanted to expand my skills to mobile development. This course provided the perfect bridge. The step-by-step approach to React Native, combined with practical projects, helped me understand not just the 'how' but the 'why' behind mobile development patterns. I've now successfully launched two apps in the App Store."
Mobile App Development in Cyprus - Building the Digital Future
In today's digital landscape, mobile applications have become essential tools for businesses and consumers alike. With smartphone usage continuing to grow globally, the demand for skilled mobile app developers has never been higher—and Cyprus is no exception to this trend. Our Mobile App Development course at CyprusCoding Academy is designed to equip you with the specialized skills needed to capitalize on this opportunity.
What sets our course apart is its focus on cross-platform development using React Native. Rather than learning separate technologies for iOS and Android, you'll master a framework that allows you to build applications for both platforms simultaneously, significantly expanding your capabilities and market reach. This approach is particularly valuable in Cyprus's growing tech ecosystem, where efficiency and versatility are highly prized.
Throughout this intensive 10-week program, you'll progress from understanding the fundamentals of mobile development to creating sophisticated, production-ready applications. Our curriculum balances theoretical knowledge with extensive hands-on practice, ensuring you develop both the conceptual understanding and practical skills needed for professional success. From UI design and state management to device feature integration and deployment strategies, every aspect of the mobile development lifecycle is covered in depth.
Our instructor brings years of industry experience to the classroom, having developed successful mobile applications for companies across various sectors. This real-world perspective enriches the learning experience, providing insights into industry best practices, common challenges, and effective solutions that you won't find in standard tutorials or documentation.
Whether you're looking to advance your development career, bring an app idea to life, or add mobile skills to your professional toolkit, our Mobile App Development course provides the comprehensive training you need. Join us at CyprusCoding Academy and position yourself at the forefront of Cyprus's digital transformation.
Ready to Build Mobile Apps?
Enrollment is open for our upcoming cohort starting June 3, 2025. Spaces are limited to ensure personalized attention.