Web vs Apps: The Big Picture

As software engineers, we're navigating an era of incredible opportunity, fueled by the mobile revolution and accessible computing. A core challenge we face is a fundamental question: Web app vs. native app? This course delves deep into this critical decision, exploring the complexities and nuances often overlooked.

We'll leverage computing history to understand past successes and failures, providing valuable context for modern development. A key focus is dissecting the advantages and disadvantages of web technologies versus native app development.

The core of the discussion revolves around two primary approaches:

• Web as a Delivery Platform: Using the web for content distribution and access.
• Web as an Experience Platform: Leveraging web technologies to create rich, engaging user experiences.

Drawing on real-world experience from Walmart Labs, we'll examine practical case studies and our own journey to illustrate how web and native technologies can be effectively combined. Learn how to integrate web development and native app development for a cohesive and powerful solution – a strategy we often refer to as "peanut butter and jelly." This course provides a comprehensive overview of the web app vs. native app debate and equips you with the knowledge to make informed decisions for your projects.