{"id":26321,"date":"2022-02-08T15:59:35","date_gmt":"2022-02-08T12:59:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ibtdi.com\/?p=26321"},"modified":"2022-02-08T16:14:28","modified_gmt":"2022-02-08T13:14:28","slug":"progressive-web-applications-what-and-how-does-it-benefit-your-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ibtdi.com\/en\/progressive-web-applications-what-and-how-does-it-benefit-your-business\/","title":{"rendered":"Progressive Web Apps | What Are They, and How Can They Benefit Your Business?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Progressive Web Apps | What Are They, and How Can They Benefit Your Business?<\/p><\/div>\n

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Progressive Web Apps | Hasn't technology completely changed our world? <\/span>Things people couldn't even imagine<\/span><\/p>\n

before are now possible with just a few clicks. Two major reasons for this exponential digital progress are smartphones and the internet.<\/span><\/p>\n

This powerful combination of smartphones and the internet has brought the whole world into our pockets! We can now access<\/span><\/p>\n

all kinds of information from the comfort of our homes. In fact, it's not just about information! We can control <\/span><\/p>\n

We handle most of our tasks with the help of various apps available on the market.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Web Apps vs. Mobile Apps<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Terms like web applications and mobile apps<\/a> have become part of our daily lives. But very few <\/span><\/p>\n

people know and understand these technical terms. Do web applications and mobile apps sound similar to you? <\/span><\/p>\n

No, they aren\u2019t. Before moving on to the main topic, it\u2019s important to understand how they differ from each other.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Web apps aren\u2019t programmed for a specific operating system and are accessed through an internet browser. Would you like to learn more about <\/span><\/p>\n

these apps? You don\u2019t need to install or download them because they aren\u2019t native to a specific operating system. In addition, <\/span><\/p>\n

they adapt to all types of devices on which they\u2019re viewed.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Mobile Apps<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

These apps are programmed for a specific operating system, such as iOS<\/a> for Apple devices, and hiring Android app developers <\/span><\/p>\n

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from the app store and enable them to work by granting access to your system resources, such as GPS <\/span><\/p>\n

the camera, and your contact lists.<\/span><\/p>\n

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What\u2019s the difference between web apps and mobile apps?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Why are people still confused when there\u2019s a clear difference between them?<\/span><\/p>\n

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That\u2019s smartphones. In fact, it looks and works just like a native smartphone app. This is where <\/span><\/p>\n

the confusion begins.<\/span><\/p>\n

Although they may look similar, each has its own advantages and limitations. Mobile apps are faster and more efficient. <\/span><\/p>\n

They can also be programmed to work offline. However, users need to update them<\/span><\/p>\n

regularly to get improved functionality. On the other hand, users can\u2019t access web apps without<\/span><\/p>\n

an internet connection. The good thing about web apps is that they can be accessed on any device and update themselves.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Which is better? Well, the answer is really simple!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Web apps are better for accessibility, while mobile apps offer more functionality.<\/span><\/p>\n

Now, what if I told you that you could get the best of both? Let me explain how.<\/span><\/p>\n

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What are progressive web apps?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Progressive web apps are websites built to work like native apps, with features such as<\/span><\/p>\n

a home screen icon, responsive design, fast loading, and offline functionality.<\/span><\/p>\n

Built using modern APIs, they match the capabilities of a mobile app. <\/span><\/p>\n

Accessible to anyone, anywhere, on any device.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u00a0What are progressive web apps made of?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

A PWA has three main components.<\/span><\/p>\n

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HTTPS<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

This protocol adds an extra layer of security to your website through an SSL certificate. It protects the information<\/span><\/p>\n

shared on the website. An SSL certificate is required to use service workers and enable installation on the home screen.<\/span><\/p>\n

You must purchase this certificate from your domain registrar and then configure it through your hosting service.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Service Worker<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The service worker is what actually enables PWA features.<\/span><\/p>\n

It is essentially a script that runs in the background of your browser, enabling functionality that doesn\u2019t require separate web pages <\/span><\/p>\n

or user interaction. Service workers handle requests, caching, and storing the app shell in a cache, <\/span><\/p>\n

allowing the app to work offline or on low-quality networks.<\/span><\/p>\n

Push notifications and background sync are some of the features supported by service workers. You only need to register a service worker file<\/span><\/p>\n

(called service-worker.js) in the user\u2019s browser.<\/span><\/p>\n

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App Manifest<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Another key component of a PWA is the app manifest file.<\/span><\/p>\n

You need to add a file called manifest.json to the app\u2019s root directory to make your app installable. <\/span><\/p>\n

Think of it as similar to the app description you submit to an app store. It should contain metadata such as icons, <\/span><\/p>\n

a splash screen, the name, and the description.<\/span><\/p>\n

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How Can Progressive Web Apps Benefit Your Business?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Both mobile apps and websites have their advantages and disadvantages. But what if you could combine their features?<\/span><\/p>\n

Could that give you the best of both worlds? The advantages of a mobile app overcome the limitations of a website, and vice versa.<\/span><\/p>\n

First of all, progressive web apps can also work offline. This is a major benefit <\/span><\/p>\n

for all businesses, especially those with product catalogs. Customers don\u2019t need internet access to browse the catalog <\/span><\/p>\n

in a progressive web app. As a result, customer engagement with businesses increases, leading to greater profitability.<\/span><\/p>\n

Moreover, progressive web apps are much faster than websites. Users abandon websites<\/span><\/p>\n

that take more than a few seconds to load the landing page. In fact, slow user interfaces<\/span><\/p>\n

are one of the most frustrating things for any internet user! That\u2019s why progressive web apps tend to<\/span><\/p>\n

More user engagement than with a regular website.<\/span><\/p>\n

In addition, the service workers used by a progressive web app enable businesses to deliver a better experience to their audiences. <\/span><\/p>\n

These service workers run separately from the browser\u2019s main thread, allowing for better control over storage.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Finally, your customers don\u2019t need to download progressive web apps from online stores. They can access them<\/span><\/p>\n

easily online with no delays. In fact, they never need to install or update a progressive web app<\/span><\/p>\n

manually to fix bugs or access new features. Businesses also receive fewer customer support calls. <\/span><\/p>\n

of users experiencing difficulties with installation or updates.<\/span><\/p>\n

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