Cross Platform Development
Cross Platform Development is a software development approach that enables developers to create applications that run on multiple operating systems or platforms (e.g., iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, web) from a single codebase. It aims to reduce development time and costs by sharing code across platforms while maintaining native-like performance and user experience. This methodology is commonly used for mobile, desktop, and web applications where reaching a broad audience across different devices is essential.
Developers should learn Cross Platform Development when building applications that need to target multiple platforms efficiently, such as consumer apps, business tools, or educational software, to avoid duplicating efforts and ensure consistency. It is particularly valuable for startups and small teams with limited resources, as it allows faster time-to-market and easier maintenance compared to developing separate native apps for each platform. Use cases include mobile apps for both iOS and Android, desktop applications for Windows and macOS, and responsive web applications.