HTML5: A Key Consideration for Your Next Mobile App Strategy

The time and efforts, we have put into mobile and the application development is really paying off. Mobile devices continue to be an important part of our lives , and they show no signs of being supplanted. The sophistication of application building platforms and tools has further strengthened this growth incredibly. HTML5 is the most powerful and feature-rich tools available to develop breathtaking mobile and web applications. With its release, an interesting shift can be seen with the way developers and designers attempt to develop mobile apps that reach their target audience regardless of the device they use.

HTML5 is the fifth version of the HTML language and provides all the necessary tools and building blocks to create web pages and mobile applications. It’s the first ever HTML version that supports multimedia without using any third-party plugin. HTML5 standard was created so that applications can be accessed on any device via a browser support. The apps created using this platform have the ability for offline access and usage through application cache. It implies that HTML5 applications can work even without a network connection.

Here is a list of some compelling reasons in the favor of mobile application development using HTML5.

1. Inclusion of Excellent Features

Given to the proliferation of multiple application domains available in the market, it has become important for developers to use the single entity that is capable to boast multiple features. HTML5 is an ideal platform that provides developers more creative ways to deploy a number of features rapidly and easily. Also, there has been so many apps that have already launched in the Chrome store that has further played a crucial role in the success of HTML5. The main reason behind this is the migration of web apps and cross-linking interface which can be developed efficiently without having need to give add-on features within the application.

2. Easy to Deploy and Manage

Writing HTML code is relatively easy as compared to any other technology. Companies have better chances to create cross-platform applications rather than having native apps that include more extensive scripts and codes. Developers are also provided with the ability to use code as a reference for projects based on Android, Windows, and iOS.

Developing an HTML5 app is much smoother since it provides a more logical approach towards using fractional parts that are to be installed and deployed by utilizing JavaScript tools while launching the app. Also, once your app attains popularity in the app store, you can host it profitably and easily. On the other hand, there are many terms and policies we need to adhere to to get our native app launched.

HTML5 is important because it simplifies the process of web development. No matter, whether it’s about developing a media-rich application, a mobile app for multiple devices, or a web application, HTML5 plays an essential role in drastically reducing the time, efforts, and cost in achieving these goals. By providing supports for elements like video streaming, and making them native to the browser, without depending upon the Adobe Flash, it helps you cut-down the developers skill set, which ultimately reduces the cost of development.

3. Business-ready Apps

HTML5 gives application developers the best combination of technology, tools, and support to develop mobile apps that help you meet business operations. Not only this, you can also future proof your apps and deliver the delightful user experience to your workforce no matter what device they use.

4. Availability of HTML5 Programming Expertise

A major factor in any development project is the accessibility of programmers with the right set of skills and development knowledge. It has been said that there are more HTML and JavaScript developers as compared to Objective-C. HTML5 is the most popular tool that developers are highly inclined to. Companies have spent years in building internal developer who posses expertise in web technologies. It is quite evident when we look at the ranking of GitHub projects and the number of questions posted on StackOverflow. Also, there are various studies conducted showing that out of 18 different programming and markup languages, HTML and JavaScript held 2 of the top 4 rankings. The web development community is huge and owing to the decline of conventional websites, developers are constantly switching to HTML and JavaScript to unleash their skills.

To Conclude

The time and efforts, we have put into mobile and the application development is really paying off. Mobile devices continue to be an important part of our lives , and they show no signs of being supplanted. The sophistication of application building platforms and tools has further strengthened this growth incredibly. HTML5 is the most powerful and feature-rich tools available to develop breathtaking mobile and web applications. With its release, an interesting shift can be seen with the way developers and designers attempt to develop mobile apps that reach their target audience regardless of the device they use.

Author Biography:

Samuel Dawson has extreme experience in web development technologies. He works as front end developer in Designs2HTML Ltd, a comprehensive PSD to HTML company. Samuel is also a serial blogger and shares his ultimate knowledge on the web.

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