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Application developers use programming languages and source code to create software that meets client requirements. Developers may work with multiple programming languages and operating systems. Requirements vary for developers depending on the employer, but a bachelor's degree is typically the minimum requirement for career entry. Some advanced positions may require a master's degree. Employers tend to prefer hiring application developers with work experience in the field, which can be gained through an internship.

• Duties of an Application Developer
• Requirements for an Application Developer
• Application developers often have a bachelor's degree in a relevant computer science major. Degrees of this type involve concentrations in areas such as data structuring, system design and programming. Learning computer languages is also important.
• Work Experience
• Job Description

Application developers often have a bachelor's degree in a relevant computer science major. Degrees of this type involve concentrations in areas such as data structuring, system design and programming. Learning computer languages is also important. Developers utilize these systems when building the application structure. Many bachelor's degree programs in computer science combine these language classes as a part of the major, while others offer them as electives.

A few advanced positions require a master's degree for a relevant computer science major. These jobs focus on specialists who have multiple years of experience. Master's degree programs follow a more specific kind of application such as Internet program development.