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Cross-Platform Mobile App Development Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class

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Outline & Course Information

ThinkB!G Exclusive LogoDuration & Times: 2 Days – 8:30AM-3:00PM EST

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Course Description: In this hands-on, two-day Cross-Platform Mobile App Development training course, you will build upon HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript fundamentals and learn by creating, packaging and developing mobile apps. You will use PhoneGap Build and jQuery Mobile for mobile app development. This course is taught by our expert mobile apps developer, to deliver you the industry best practices and mobile application development tools to use for building an app, and learning app design. The types of mobile application development platforms covered in this course include iPhone (iOS) app development, Android app development, and Windows app development for smartphones. The topics covered in this course include HTML5/CSS3/JavaScript and responsive layout for apps, setting up a development environment with tools like Brackets and Code Editor, building a simple app with PhoneGap Build, applying the jQuery Mobile framework for rapid app development, using PhoneGap Build for formating and enabling an API, and lastly, delivering a cross platform mobile app.

Prerequisites: The following ThinkB!G classes or working knowledge in all topics covered in these outlines:
HTML, HTML5 Introduction with CSS
HTML5 & CSS3 Advanced for Responsive Web Design
JavaScript & jQuery Intro (optional)
JavaScript & jQuery Advanced with JSON & Ajax (optional)

Required Technical Set-Up:
• Primary computer connected to a second monitor OR second computer to view instructor live
• Reliable High-speed internet connection
• Web Browser: Google Chrome Preferred (Alternative: Microsoft Edge)
• 3-Button Computer mouse
• Audio Speaker/Microphone (built-in to computer or external)

Job Roles That Use Cross-Platform Mobile App Development:
Programmers
Web Developers
Mobile Game Developers

Projects That Use Cross-Platform Mobile App Development:
Creating Mobile Apps for iOs, Android, and Windows 8 Smartphones using one codebase

Cross-Platform Mobile App Development Course Outline

1. HTML5/CSS3/JavaScript and Responsive Layout for Apps Overview
Defining Structure with HTML5
Responsive Styling with CSS3
Adding JavaScript to Enhance Interface and Responsiveness
Configuring meta tags for proper viewing

2. Setting up Development Environment
Browser
Code Editor
Brackets
Dreamweaver
Notepad++
Local Server
XAMPP
WAMPP
MAMPP
LAMPP
Local Server is required for external data calls
Open Source Solutions for Working with JavaScript and JQuery

3. Building a Simple Mobile App with Phone Gap Build
The Role of Cordova/PhoneGap Libraries
Using PhoneGap Build to Package App

4. Using the jQuery Mobile Framework for Rapid App Development
Structure of a jQuery Mobile App
jQuery Mobile Elements: Pages, Buttons, Lists
jQuery Mobile APIs: Change Page

5. The Config.xml File and PhoneGap Build
Splash Screen sizes and formats
Icon Sizes and Formats
App playback and configuration
Enabling and restricting features on Device
Enabling Phonegap API plugins

6. PhoneGap API Example
Example to demonstrate how plugins are used to control mobile device hardware

7. Packaging and Delivering a Cross-Platform App
Provisioning
Certificates
Signing the App

Disclaimer: All course objectives and outlines are used as a guideline and are subject to change to ensure the latest information is covered to support real world use of the technology.

Software Versions: ThinkB!G open enrollment classes are taught on the most current version of software whenever possible. To request a specific version, please Contact Us or call us at 301-362-2250.

What You Get
  • Hands-On Official Authorized Training & Certification
  • Training Delivered from Certified Instructors that are Senior Consultants
  • Official Curriculum Courseware & Personal Use of Class Recording for Limited Time
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Remote Access to ThinkB!G Class Computer with Software licenses & Class Files Pre-Installed for Use During Training--No Installs or Downloads
  • Instructor's Real-Time View of ThinkB!G Class Computer Screen for Immediate Live Interactive Support
  • If Certification Training is Selected, It May Include a Test Prep Tool, Testing Voucher with Free Retake, and Proctor Fee (if taken with ThinkB!G Virtually)
  • Note: IT Support is Available to Pre-Flight Virtual Class Set Up Before & During Training
Pricing

Public Enrollment Training

This course is currently not on our Public Enrollment Training Calendar. If you are interested, please click the link below to complete our request form.

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Virtual Online Live Training (VOLT™) Access from Anywhere, or Onsite at Your Location

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Dates to Register

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Custom Private Training

We offer this course as Custom Private Training or Project Based Training®!

If you have a team of individuals, you can receive bulk discounts by doing your own Private training session & cover your specific learning objectives! We can have the Private Training at ThinkB!G in Columbia, Maryland, Virtually Online Live (Available for Most Courses), or Onsite at Your Location.

What's Included?

  • Custom Outline to include Targeted Topics Based on Your Learning Needs
  • Hands-On Official Authorized Training & Certification
  • Training Delivered from Instructors that are Senior Consultants Certified by Adobe (ACI), Apple (ACT), & Microsoft (MCT)
  • Official Curriculum Courseware
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Computer (Apple Mac or Windows PC) with Software & Class Files (In Person Only at ThinkB!G)
  • Continental Breakfast Every Day (In Person Only at ThinkB!G)
  • Catered Gourmet Deli Lunch Every Day (In Person Only at ThinkB!G)
  • Unlimited Snacks and Refreshments (In Person Only at ThinkB!G)
  • Notebook & Pen (In Person Only)
  • Free Parking (In Person Only at ThinkB!G)

Submit details and a formal training quote will be sent to you!

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Policies

Payment Policy for Public Enrollment Classes

Payment and/or Purchase Order is required 16 Business Days (Monday-Friday) prior to first date of training class.

 

Payment Policy for Private & Project Based Training® Classes

Payment and/or Purchase Order is required 16 Business Days (Monday-Friday) prior to first date of training service.  Pricing provided is firm fixed price based on number of students.  Client is responsible for entire amount regardless of change in number of registrations.

 

Cancellation/Rescheduling Policy for Public Enrollment Classes

  • Classes may be canceled if less than 4 students are registered. We will notify you of cancellations no later than 16 business days prior to class.
  • Canceling/Rescheduling more than 16 business days prior to class: You are eligible for a refund or free reschedule. Registration is transferable to another student for the same class & date.
  • Canceling/Rescheduling less than 16 business days prior to class: No refund. No Reschedule. Registration is transferable to another student for the same class & date.
  • No Shows without contact: No refund. No Reschedule.

Cancellation/Rescheduling Policy for Custom/Private and On-Site Training Classes

  • No penalty if cancellation/reschedule is 16 Business Days (Monday-Friday) prior to the first date of class.
  • 50% penalty will be incurred if cancellation/reschedule is less than 16 Business Days (Monday-Friday) prior to the first date of class. This fee is to cover instructor expenses, travel, and course materials purchased.

Cancellation/Rescheduling Policy for Individual Students in Custom/Private Training Classes

  • Individual students registered in a private class, who cancel or do not show, are not eligible for a partial refund or reschedule. Registration is transferable to another student. Please contact your class organizer or manager if you need to cancel. 
Reviews

Average Review: 4.67 out of 5 - 3 Reviews

Johns Hopkins Medicine JHMI Logo
Excellent Training for iOS App Development!
"Excellent training for Intro to iOS App Development. I learned quite a bit in a short amount of time!" - Dan H., Johns Hopkins Medicine (iPhone & iPad iOS Application Development Introduction)
Booz Allen Hamilton BAH Logo
It Was A Breeze!
"Learning just the basics of jQuery for mobile makes making apps for mobile devices a breeze! I can't wait to make my own to share on multiple platforms and devices." - Gordon W., Booz Allen Hamilton (Cross-Platform Mobile App Development Training)
Department of Defense DOD Logo
Awesome Instructor!!
"I love having classes with [this Instructor]! He's just an awesome guy. This particular class was a little fast paced for my level of knowledge, but the fact that I got as much as I *DID* out of it says something about him. :)" - Laurie B., DOD (Cross-Platform Mobile App Development Course)