This module introduces you to the use of databases in mobile app development. You compare two types of databases, embedded and remote, and then focus on their uses in mobile app development. You will explore the different features of these databases and apply best practices when using them in mobile app development in the hands-on labs. You will explore many features of the back-end-as-a-service platform, Firebase, widely used in mobile app development. By the end of the module, you will know when and how to implement both types of databases and use them effectively when creating mobile applications.

This module explores the publishing process and marketing strategies for your mobile applications. You will learn how to publish apps on both iOS and Android platforms, as well as explore techniques to market your apps and provide first-rate user support post-launch. You will enhance your app's visibility and learn how to pique potential users' interest and curiosity about your app.

This module focuses on the steps for preparing for and releasing both Flutter and React Native apps for both the iOS and Android mobile operating systems. It includes building these apps using the Xcode and Expo platforms, testing automation, and tracking post-release performance with analytics. You will get hands-on experience in the labs with best practices for preparation and publishing, as well as submitting your app to the Apple App and Google Play stores.

In this module, you will complete a culminating project that ties together the topics you’ve learned in the course. In this scenario-based project, you create a mobile app named PostifyMe. The app will showcase mobile UI design principles by allowing users to create a shareable, multi-media diary using video, images, and audio. You will use the Firebase as the back-end service to manage notifications and data interactions. The three main steps that you will perform while working on the project are setting up the back end, creating multiple GUI screens, and testing your app.