By the end of this lesson, you will be able to prepare your mobile app for professional publication on the App Store and Google Play, creating a polished portfolio piece that demonstrates real-world deployment skills.
💡 Portfolio Tip: Successfully publishing an app to official app stores demonstrates end-to-end development skills and shows you can deliver production-ready software to real users.
Publishing your app professionally showcases:
Benefit | Professional Value | Portfolio Impact |
---|---|---|
Live URL | Shareable app link | Direct demonstration |
Store presence | Professional credibility | Industry validation |
User reviews | Social proof | Real user feedback |
Download metrics | Usage analytics | Success measurement |
// App configuration for iOS submission
const iOSAppConfig = {
// App Information
name: "My Portfolio App",
bundleId: "com.yourname.portfolioapp",
version: "1.0.0",
category: "Productivity", // Choose appropriate category
// Pricing and Availability
price: "Free",
availability: "Worldwide",
// Age Rating
ageRating: "4+", // Based on content
// App Review Information
reviewNotes: "Demo account: email@example.com, password: demo123",
contactEmail: "your-email@example.com",
phoneNumber: "+1-555-123-4567",
};
// Privacy Policy requirements
const privacyPolicyContent = `
Privacy Policy for ${iOSAppConfig.name}
1. Information We Collect
2. How We Use Information
3. Information Sharing
4. Data Security
5. Contact Information
`;
// Required iOS assets checklist
const iOSAssets = {
appIcons: {
// All required icon sizes
"20x20": "icon-20@1x.png",
"20x20@2x": "icon-20@2x.png",
"20x20@3x": "icon-20@3x.png",
"29x29": "icon-29@1x.png",
"29x29@2x": "icon-29@2x.png",
"29x29@3x": "icon-29@3x.png",
"40x40@2x": "icon-40@2x.png",
"40x40@3x": "icon-40@3x.png",
"60x60@2x": "icon-60@2x.png", // iPhone app icon
"60x60@3x": "icon-60@3x.png", // iPhone app icon
"1024x1024": "icon-1024.png", // App Store icon
},
screenshots: {
iPhone65: [
"screenshot-1-iphone-6.5.png", // 1290×2796
"screenshot-2-iphone-6.5.png",
"screenshot-3-iphone-6.5.png",
],
iPhone55: [
"screenshot-1-iphone-5.5.png", // 1242×2208
"screenshot-2-iphone-5.5.png",
],
iPadPro: [
"screenshot-1-ipad-pro.png", // 2048×2732
"screenshot-2-ipad-pro.png",
],
},
previewVideos: {
iPhone: "app-preview-iphone.mp4", // 15-30 seconds
iPad: "app-preview-ipad.mp4",
},
};
// App Store description
const appStoreDescription = `
Transform your productivity with this beautifully designed app that helps you organize your life and achieve your goals.
KEY FEATURES:
• Clean, intuitive interface designed for iOS
• Seamless sync across all your devices
• Advanced organization tools
• Beautiful themes and customization
• Fast, reliable performance
PERFECT FOR:
- Students organizing their coursework
- Professionals managing projects
- Anyone looking to boost productivity
Download now and experience the difference a well-designed app can make in your daily routine!
Contact: support@yourapp.com
Privacy Policy: https://yourapp.com/privacy
`;
// Android app configuration
const androidAppConfig = {
// App Details
appName: "My Portfolio App",
packageName: "com.yourname.portfolioapp",
versionCode: 1,
versionName: "1.0.0",
// Store Listing
shortDescription: "Transform your productivity with beautiful design",
fullDescription: appStoreDescription,
category: "Productivity",
// Content Rating
contentRating: "Everyone",
// Pricing & Distribution
price: "Free",
countries: "All countries",
deviceCategories: ["Phone", "Tablet"],
};
// Required Android assets
const androidAssets = {
appIcons: {
"48x48": "ic_launcher.png", // mdpi
"72x72": "ic_launcher.png", // hdpi
"96x96": "ic_launcher.png", // xhdpi
"144x144": "ic_launcher.png", // xxhdpi
"192x192": "ic_launcher.png", // xxxhdpi
"512x512": "ic_launcher.png", // Play Store
},
screenshots: {
phone: [
"screenshot-1-phone.png", // 16:9 or 9:16 ratio
"screenshot-2-phone.png",
"screenshot-3-phone.png",
],
tablet: [
"screenshot-1-tablet.png",
"screenshot-2-tablet.png",
],
},
featureGraphic: "feature-graphic.png", // 1024×500
};
# Generate signed Android App Bundle
cd android
./gradlew bundleRelease
# Generate signed APK (alternative)
./gradlew assembleRelease
# For iOS builds using Expo
expo build:ios --type app-store
# For Android builds using Expo
expo build:android --type app-bundle
// App Store Review Guidelines compliance
const appStoreCompliance = {
// Design requirements
design: {
humanInterfaceGuidelines: true,
nativeUIElements: true,
appropriateForPlatform: true,
},
// Functionality requirements
functionality: {
completeApp: true,
noPlaceholderContent: true,
workingLinksAndFeatures: true,
crashFree: true,
},
// Business requirements
business: {
accurateMetadata: true,
appropriateCategory: true,
validPrivacyPolicy: true,
noSpamOrDuplicates: true,
},
// Legal requirements
legal: {
intellectualPropertyRights: true,
privacyCompliance: true,
appropriateContent: true,
},
};
// Common rejection reasons to avoid
const avoidableRejections = [
"App crashes on launch",
"Incomplete functionality",
"Poor user interface",
"Missing privacy policy",
"Inaccurate app description",
"Inappropriate content",
"Broken links or features",
];
// Google Play policies checklist
const googlePlayCompliance = {
// Content policies
content: {
familyFriendlyContent: true,
noHatefulContent: true,
noViolentContent: true,
noAdultContent: true,
},
// Privacy policies
privacy: {
privacyPolicyRequired: true,
dataCollectionDisclosure: true,
permissionsJustification: true,
gdprCompliance: true,
},
// Technical requirements
technical: {
targeting64Bit: true, // Required after August 2019
minimumSdkVersion: 23, // Android 6.0+
optimizedForAndroid: true,
},
};
// ASO strategy for better discoverability
const asoStrategy = {
// Primary keywords (high volume, high relevance)
primaryKeywords: [
"productivity app",
"task manager",
"organization tool",
],
// Long-tail keywords (lower competition)
longTailKeywords: [
"simple productivity tracker",
"student organization app",
"daily planner mobile",
],
// Localized keywords
localizedKeywords: {
spanish: ["productividad", "organizador", "tareas"],
french: ["productivité", "organisateur", "tâches"],
},
// Title optimization
optimizedTitle: "TaskFlow - Simple Productivity & Task Manager",
// Subtitle (iOS) / Short description (Android)
subtitle: "Organize your life with beautiful simplicity",
};
// Effective screenshot planning
const screenshotStrategy = [
{
order: 1,
focus: "Main value proposition",
text: "Stay organized with beautiful simplicity",
showFeature: "Dashboard overview",
},
{
order: 2,
focus: "Key feature demonstration",
text: "Add tasks in seconds",
showFeature: "Quick task creation",
},
{
order: 3,
focus: "Visual appeal",
text: "Choose from beautiful themes",
showFeature: "Theme customization",
},
{
order: 4,
focus: "Social proof",
text: "Join thousands of happy users",
showFeature: "User testimonials",
},
{
order: 5,
focus: "Call to action",
text: "Download now and get started",
showFeature: "Onboarding preview",
},
];
const preLaunchChecklist = {
technical: [
"✅ App builds successfully",
"✅ All features working",
"✅ No crashes or major bugs",
"✅ Performance optimized",
"✅ Tested on multiple devices",
],
assets: [
"✅ App icons generated",
"✅ Screenshots captured",
"✅ Feature graphics created",
"✅ Preview video edited",
"✅ Store descriptions written",
],
legal: [
"✅ Privacy policy published",
"✅ Terms of service created",
"✅ Support email active",
"✅ Contact information updated",
],
marketing: [
"✅ Social media accounts ready",
"✅ Landing page created",
"✅ Press kit prepared",
"✅ Launch announcement drafted",
],
};
// Track important metrics after launch
const launchMetrics = {
downloads: 0,
ratings: { average: 0, count: 0 },
reviews: [],
crashes: 0,
retention: {
day1: 0,
day7: 0,
day30: 0,
},
// Monitor and respond to user feedback
userFeedback: {
positiveReviews: [],
issuesReported: [],
featureRequests: [],
},
};
When showcasing your published app in your portfolio:
You learned the complete launch and deployment process including iOS App Store and Google Play Store requirements, compliance guidelines, asset preparation, ASO optimization, and launch strategy. Successfully publishing your app demonstrates professional deployment skills and creates a compelling portfolio piece.
Congratulations! You now have all the skills needed to take your mobile app from concept to published reality, completing your mobile development portfolio with a live, downloadable app that showcases your professional capabilities. Your Creative Studio app is ready to launch and showcase your mobile development expertise to the world!