Word of the Day: rapid mobile app development (RMAD)

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rapid mobile app development (RMAD) Rapid mobile app development (RMAD) is the use of low-code or no-code programming tools to quickly create and deploy mobile apps. RMAD is a popular approach in B2B software development, because it allows companies to experiment with task-specific software that might not provide an adequate return on investment (ROI) if it was built from scratch. RMAD tools are usually web-based and have a templated, drag and drop integrated development environment (IDE), but some RMAD platforms provide more flexibility by allowing native code to be incorporated. An essential component of every RMAD tool is the ability to connect to different types of data sources. This is especially important for line-of-business (LOB) apps that need access to internal corporate information in order to populate forms, tables and charts. RMAD is the mobile counterpart of RAD (rapid application development), a software development model based on the concept that high-quality products can be developed faster through expedient processes that reuse software components. Examples of RMAD tools include Microsoft PowerApps, Outsystems, Salesforce App Cloud, Zoho Creator, Appian and Mendix. Quote of the Day "A key facet of RMAD is that it supports individuals without development expertise -- also known as citizen developers -- by relying on low-code or no-code development techniques." - Erica Mixon   Trending Terms progressive web app citizen development mobile application development platform LCNC platform rapid application development app monetization Microsoft PowerApps   Learning Center Five rapid application development tools to consider for mobile Learn about different vendors' low- and no-code platforms, micro apps, and more in this rundown of rapid application development tools. Developers at the mobile edge We look at the challenges and opportunities to be found in creating mobile apps for an expanding array of devices. How RMAD tools affect IT and mobile developer jobs Experienced app developers looking for work in mobile don't need to sweat RMAD tools taking their jobs, because it almost never happens. How IT and end users can build mobile apps with RMAD tools RMAD tools make it easier for IT or end users to build mobile apps themselves. But with so many vendors to choose from, finding the right one can take time. Simplify mobile app development for the enterprise Mobile app development for the enterprise can get costly if you let it. But there are a plethora of options to make your app dev journey a pleasant one. Writing for Business Deployment of GPS-enabled mobile apps _______ dramatically increased during the last two years. A. has B. have Answer     Stay In Touch For feedback about any of our definitions or to suggest a new definition, please contact me at: mrouse@techtarget.com   Visit the Word of the Day Archives and catch up on what you've missed!   FOLLOW US About This E-Newsletter This e-newsletter is published by the TechTarget network. To unsubscribe from Whatis.com, click here. Please note, this will not affect any other subscriptions you have signed up for. TechTarget, Whatis, 275 Grove Street, Newton, MA 02466. Contact: webmaster@techtarget.com Copyright 2018 TechTarget. All rights reserved.