Creating a Web App for iPad

Unlock the power of Web Apps for iPad! Learn to build engaging, interactive user experiences using standard web technologies. This course guides you through creating a practical eSales Aid – a powerful tool for sharing company or product information on tablets – and demonstrates the limitless potential of this approach.

Discover how to transform any web project into a fully functional Web App, accessible from any web server – no app store required! Understand the core differences between websites and Web Apps, focusing on how they load information and define behaviors.

Key skills you'll master:

• iPad User Experience (UX) Design: Optimize your designs for touch events and create intuitive navigation.
• HTML & CSS3 for iPad: Learn to use CSS3 to detect high-definition displays (retina screens) and position HTML elements across the iPad screen with transform properties.
• JavaScript Functionality: Code the core functionality of your Web App, with plenty of code snippets to streamline your workflow.
• Graphics for iPad: Create web graphics optimized for both standard and retina displays using Photoshop (with an optional "skip Photoshop" option).
• Smooth Animations: Utilize CSS3 hardware acceleration for fluid and visually appealing animations.
• Custom Icons & Startup Screens: Learn to create a branded experience with custom icons and startup screens.

What to expect:

This course provides a hands-on approach to building interactive projects like interactive books, catalogs, and more. You'll receive project files including the fully completed final project, allowing you to track your progress, debug, and adapt the project to your own unique needs.

Get started for free! Watch the first four videos in Lesson 1 to get an overview of the course expectations, required software, and the final project.

This course is perfect for anyone looking to create powerful, accessible, and engaging content for iPad users – all without the complexities of traditional app development.