Learning iOS vs. Learning Web Development: My Choice
jkhowland.meI realize that money isn't everything. And developing for iOS means more than that. I do think, however, that it's weighing on the minds of a lot of people picking a career path.
Building for iOS gives you the ability to reach millions of people that care about design, and experience. I feel like a mobile gives you the opportunity to reach people in a more personal and intimate way than a web app.
The fact is, there are as many reasons for choosing a platform (web, iOS, or Android) as there are developers. I'm actually very interested in hearing other developers reasons.
I've always assumed that app development was harder to monetize than typical paths to profit using standard web development + product/affiliate marketing.
As a full-time iOS developer, I like and agree with this list. I particularly agree with the point about monetization. I love that Apple takes care of all of the money handling and app delivery, and I just need to worry about making the best app I can make. It also helps that there are already millions upon millions of potential customers accustomed to paying money for quality apps that are just a tap away from sending you money. Very compelling reason to team up with Apple.