Calgary’s Essential Mobile App Developers
We build incredible mobile applications. From simple to complex, data-driven or consumer projects, we are highly experienced at delivering results.
Our Clients
Making hundreds of businesses better, big or small.
Lifeguard
“Essential Designs was able to create a cutting edge application that will save lives, they always say "Anything can be done" and are definitely able to deliver on that promise.”
Founder
Teck Resources
"We’ve been engaged with Essential Designs for several years now and we’ve found that the value they deliver is significantly above everyone else that we deal with."
SBA
Schneider Electric
We are a company present in more than 150 countries..I was very happy with their efficiency..they were responsive and happy to make any changes that we required.
Product Manager
Handld
"I had a lot of trust in them, everyone knew their job, and they worked very efficiently. ...the trust and communication skills were what distinguished them from their competitors.’’
Owner
We are Calgary’s Experienced Mobile App Developers
Planning and Analysis
Planning and Analysis is the backbone of mobile app development. It's all about defining your app's purpose, targeting the right audience, and crafting a clear roadmap. This stage sets the foundation, focusing on market research and strategic goals to ensure your app's success.
Design
Design is crucial for captivating and retaining users. This phase shapes the app's user interface and experience, focusing on intuitive navigation and aesthetic appeal. Engaging designs are crafted through wireframes and prototypes to ensure a seamless user journey.
Development
Development transforms design into reality, where code brings the app to life. This phase involves building core functionalities and integrating back-end services, ensuring robust performance across devices. Regular testing ensures the app works flawlessly before its launch.
Testing and Deployment
Testing and Deployment ensures your app is market-ready, identifying bugs and optimizing performance. Rigorous testing leads to a stable release, followed by deployment on app stores. Post-launch, the focus shifts to updates and refinements based on user feedback.
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The Essential Process of Web, App and Software Development
Planning
At the start of each project, we work with our customers to build a solid project plan. The initial scope document can come from the client or a combined process of phone calls and in-person meetings.
Wireframing
Once the project plan and scope have been finalized, our wireframe team takes over to determine the placement of all objects on each page of the application, whether it is a consumer mobile app or a backend business application.
Design
This is an exciting stage of the project where you can see the entire application come to life. We will provide you with clickable versions to fully experience everything the user goes through before we begin coding.
Code
As an Agile development shop, we break down the project into baskets of features called Sprints. This approach allows our customers to regularly review the progress of their software development process and provide feedback at the end of each spring.
Testing
The testing process is a crucial step in ensuring that the product is functional, reliable, and user-friendly. The goal is to detect and correct any issues before the application is released, ultimately improving the user experience and ensuring the success of the product.
Deployment
After the application is completed, approved by our internal QA, project management and the client - we are ready to deploy the code to its final destination. Hosting options vary from client owned servers to web or cloud hosting.
Mobile App Development
The Essentials of Mobile App Development
We specialize in native coding for iOS apps, leveraging device features and ensuring bug-free performance with Swift and Objective-C.
For simpler apps, we offer cross-platform coding using Titanium, PhoneGap, and Xamarin, suitable for smaller and less complex projects.
We develop apps from scratch to provide tailored solutions, avoiding buggy software and maximizing functionality and user experience.
Share your creations in a vast marketplace with easy user access.
Android's native programming options provide ease of use for users with various devices.
Take charge of functionality, appearance, and aesthetic in the competitive Android app market.
Build applications for internal use, ensuring privacy and staff communication without public availability.
Develop applications for clients looking to generate revenue on Apple App Store and Google Play, guiding them through the setup process for account management and app store deployment.
Happy to build applications for various purposes, explaining the ideal direction based on your project requirements and assisting in getting your app live on the app stores.