Learn how to make an app—from idea to launch
Resources for making your first app.
Prototype
A static or interactive mock-up that looks like a real app but is not fully functional.
Read moreFeeling overwhelmed? Start with the 6-Step Intro Guide.
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Terms you should know
User Interface
The series of screens or pages, and visual elements that enable a person to interact with an app.
Read moreFlow Diagram
Illustrates the path a user would take to navigate through your app.
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About the manual
Hi, I’m Kim! I’m the founder of BOURN and the creator behind this website, The App Makers Manual (formally How to Make an App). It’s a new and growing resource for beginners centered around how to make an app, from idea to launch.
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There’s a lot of ground to cover, so every week I’ll be releasing articles, terms, tools, and more in the official newsletter, The A.M. Dispatch. I hope this manual helps you move forward with your app idea by making the process a little bit easier to digest.