Introduction to Software Development: How Apps Actually Work

Ever wondered what’s really happening behind the apps and websites you use every day? This session breaks down how software is built.

You’ll learn how frontend, backend and databases work together, how websites and apps communicate, and how an idea turns into a real product through the software development lifecycle. 

We’ll also explore why this knowledge matters even if you’re not a developer; from working more effectively with tech teams, to choosing the right tools, or deciding whether learning to code is right for you in the future.

Takeaway: Understand software instead of feeling intimidated by it.

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