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| Our Process

How We Use AI in App Development (and Why You Still Need a Human Expert)

AI in app development isn’t a passing trend. From writing code to generating test plans, it’s clear that

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| Planning Your Project

Custom App vs Off-the-Shelf: When a Custom App is the Right Choice

When you're weighing a custom app vs off-the-shelf app, the off-the-shelf option can sometimes be the smarter, more

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| Security & Compliance

How to Ensure Your Custom App is HIPAA Compliant

"Is our app HIPAA compliant?" If you work in Health IT, this is a common and important question.

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| Industry Trends

How to Use AI in Mobile Apps (With Real Examples)

AI is everywhere right now, and for good reason. The tools have matured, APIs are more common, and

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| Our Process

5 Myths About Custom App Development

Something we run into at Big Fish is the many myths about custom app development. Since making decisions

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| Maintenance

How Much Does it Cost to Maintain an App?

If you’re researching app maintenance costs, you’re already ahead of the game. Understanding the long-term investment in keeping

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| Design & UX

Designing Software for Accessibility and Inclusion

Great software is designed for everyone. Yet too often, digital products unintentionally exclude users with disabilities or situational

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| About Big Fish

Why We Don’t Hire Overseas App Developers

As the founder of Big Fish, I get a lot of questions about how we work and who’s

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| About Big Fish

5 Ways Big Fish Stands Out from Other App Developers

At Big Fish, we’re proud of the values and expertise that define how we work and the kinds

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| Planning Your Project

Hiring an Agency versus Hiring a Freelance App Developer

If your company is ready to develop a mobile app, one of the first decisions you'll need to

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| Our Process

What is an MVP App? A Guide to Minimum Viable Products in App Development

When building a new app, it can be tempting to dive in with every feature your team can

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| Maintenance

What to Include In Your Mobile App Maintenance Plan

One of the biggest mistakes your company could make when investing in custom app development, is not allocating

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| Our Process

How to Avoid Risks During Custom App Development

Custom app development is a strategic investment that can drive growth, improve productivity and give you a competitive

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| Industry Trends

When to Use No-Code App Development

As businesses seek faster and more cost-effective ways to develop apps, no-code app development has emerged as an

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| Industry Trends

Most Popular Mobile Phones in the United States (2025)

For companies looking to develop mobile apps, knowing which mobile phone platforms are most popular can provide key

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| Maintenance

10 Dangers of Saying No to an App Maintenance Plan in 2025

When your company invests in a custom app, you'll be given the option of subscribing to an app

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| Our Process

Why Adding More Developers Can Slow Down App Development

As an app development company, our clients sometimes ask us “Can you add more developers so we can

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| Planning Your Project

5 Strategies for Prioritizing Features in Custom App Development

When developing a mobile app for your business, it’s easy to fall into the trap of wanting to

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| Planning Your Project

iOS or Android: Which Platform Should You Choose for Your App in 2024?

If you’re here, your company is likely planning to develop a mobile app, and you’re facing the classic

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| Planning Your Project

Why App Development Quotes Vary from Different Companies

If you've been asking around, or talking to developers to get an app development quote, you might have

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| Industry Trends

How Field Service Companies Can Create an UBER-like Experience

Technology is disruptive and transformative. It changes entire industries by upending the conventional means of doing things. One

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