“People tend to think of the web as a way to get information or perhaps as a place to carry out e-commerce. But really, the web is about accessing applications [i.e. apps]. Think of each website as an application, and every single click, every single interaction with that site, is an opportunity to be on the very latest version of that application,” ~ Software Engineer and Businessman, Marc L. Andreessen.
People impressed by popular apps
Digital Application a.k.a. Apps
Digital applications or apps are computer programs designed to perform tasks that make life easier for users like yourself. You probably have at least a dozen or more on your mobile phone or tablet right now: Google Maps, Gmail, YouTube, Facebook Messenger, Spotify, Yahoo Stocks, Snapchat, etc. We turn to these tools for everything from planning and productivity to play.
In the modern era, apps are the answer to our demand for faster, simpler, and more flexible tools as we work to get more out of life. If I need to know how to get from one end of campus to the other, I can access any number of tools to help me with real-time, step-by-step wayfinding. This in and of itself is incredible. But, modern apps can do so much more than the average person may ever consider.
Take a moment to go through your day, mentally. What, if anything could you do better with a little extra help? There’s a good chance that there’s an app for that. You could improve your studying habits with educational applications. Rearrange your financial plans with investment applications. You could even discover a new way to conduct your professional research with apps for business. Imagine what you could do better with a little digital assistance.
Powerful App
According to an article by businessman, Joe Panepinto from the Harvard Business Review, “What does the average person do 150 times a day? If you said, “Interact with their mobile device,” you’d be right – Apps can quickly drive efficiency and effectiveness in different areas of the enterprise: sales and marketing, training, and operations. Sales and marketing to improve the face-to-face sales experience with the latest information and messaging; training to deliver just-in-time, in-context learning; and operations to enable dispersed teams to work together to solve problems”.
So what are the top 5 digital application or apps to get excited about this season? Take a look at our list below, if you want to stay in the know.
Top 5 Apps of the Season
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An App for Students, Quizlet:
//www.youtube.com/watch?v=Idu7VcTTXfk
Quizlet simplifies studying. This app is designed to offer free study tools including games, flashcards, and quizzes for students.
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An App for Employees, Box:
//www.youtube.com/watch?v=3hsO11vSbx8
Box is a better, more secure data storage and collaboration solution. This application is currently available to all USF Health account holders.
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An App for Physicians & Medical Researchers, AHRQ ePSS (i.e. Electronic Preventive Services Selector):
//www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQmM-wwv3tc
The ePSS app was designed by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services’ Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality a.k.a. AHRQ. It can help healthcare providers to identify the screening, counseling, and preventative care services that are commonly recommended for their unique patients.
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An App for Teachers, Kahoot!:
//www.youtube.com/watch?v=PlXpKHH5kh0
Kahoot! combines learning with play. This app allows teachers to turn lesson questions into engaging games that keep students on the edge of their seats.
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An App for Anyone, Mint: Budget, Bills, Finance:
//www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSDqj8a17QU
Mint is a free money manager. This app is for anyone who needs a tool to help track expenses, create realistic budgets, and keep up with credit scores.
Happy Computing!
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