WHAT IS MIT APP INVENTOR?

MIT App Inventor is an intuitive, visual programming environment that allows everyone – even children – to build fully functional apps for smartphones and tablets. Developed by MIT, this platform uses a drag-and-drop interface, making it accessible for newcomers to computer programming. It's an educational tool designed to help people of all ages, especially young learners, to learn the basics of programming and app development in a fun, engaging way.

https://appinventor.mit.edu/

STEPS TO USE MIT APP INVENTOR

STEP 1 :

Open the website of MIT APP INVENTOR
Click Create Apps

STEP 2 :

Open the link and log in to your Gmail account.

STEP 3 :

You need to install the App Inventor Companion App (MIT AI2 Companion) on our mobile device that helps in live testing of our application.

STEP 4 :

We need to connect both mobile devices & laptops/desktop should be connected to the same WiFi network.
To connect your mobile device, choose “Connect” and “AI Companion” from the top menu.

STEP 5 :

Now to connect the MIT AI2 App on your device and desktop/laptop scan the QR code or type the 6 digit code which is appearing on your PC screen.
Now you can see the app you are building on your device.

Video : You can follow this full course tutorial on how to use MIT APP INVENTOR

BENEFITS OF USING

1. Select-and-Drop Coding: Enables selection and insertion of code chunks easily, eliminating the need for typing.

2. On-the-Go App Testing: Facilitates testing of the developed app on mobile devices directly from a desktop or laptop.

3. Educational Resources: MIT offers basic lessons for understanding and utilizing the MIT App Inventor platform effectively.

4. Beginner-Friendly: Ideal for those new to app development.

5. Simplified Native App Creation: Combines the capabilities of native apps with an easy-to-use interface.

6. Don't need coding: you can build an app without a single coding

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