Building a cocktails finding app – Part 3 – Some styling

In part 3 of this series on building an app to search for cocktails based on an alcohol or spirit, we’re going to look at styling our app at the current point it is in to make it look a little more modern and eye catching for our users. After all if we don’t consider elements of UI, we’re going to have an effect on the wider UX of an application and in turn its user adoption.

It’s also important that we remember that UI isn’t just GUI. It is also other ways people interact with our application such as by using a screen reader and a keyboard only.

However, in this post, I’m going to focus on some tips on styling your app to improve its GUI.

Table of Contents

• My app
• The background
• The search box
• The gallery
• Overview

Building a Power App

Building a Power App can be a multi-step process, and the best approach can vary depending on your specific needs and requirements. However, here are some general steps and best practices that can help you build a successful Power App:

1. Define your requirements: Before you start building your app, it’s essential to have a clear understanding of what you want the app to do and the problems you want it to solve. Start by defining your requirements and user stories to identify the features and functionalities you need in your app.
2. Choose a template or start from scratch: Power Apps provides a variety of templates that you can use to create your app quickly. Alternatively, you can choose to start from scratch and build your app from the ground up.
3. Design your app: Once you have your requirements and chosen your approach, it’s time to design your app. This step involves designing the user interface, setting up the data connections, and defining the app’s functionality.
4. Test and refine: After building your app, test it thoroughly to ensure that it works as expected. Identify any bugs or issues and refine the app until it meets your requirements and is stable.
5. Deploy your app: Once your app is complete, deploy it to your users. Power Apps allows you to deploy your app to a variety of platforms, including web, mobile, and desktop.

In addition to these steps, here are some best practices that can help you build a successful Power App:

• Keep it simple: Focus on building an app that’s easy to use and understand.
• Use existing data sources: Power Apps can connect to a wide variety of data sources, so take advantage of existing data sources whenever possible.
• Plan for scalability: Plan for scalability from the start by building an app that can grow and evolve as your needs change.
• Collaborate with stakeholders: Involve your stakeholders in the development process to ensure that the app meets their needs and requirements.
• Leverage existing knowledge: Take advantage of existing knowledge and resources, such as documentation and online communities, to learn more about building Power Apps.