The owner of the Wired Cafe Bar in Nottingham, Très Roche, enlisted the help of her 14-year-old son Oli to build a mobile app for their business. Learn what Oli had to say about using the App Builder Platform and how the App has helped Wired Cafe Bar stand out from the crowd!
Background of Wired Cafe Bar
Wired Cafe Bar opened its doors in the heart of Nottingham, aiming to offer locals a cosy spot to enjoy quality coffee and delightful treats. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff, the cafe quickly became a favourite among the community. As a small, family-run business, Wired Cafe Bar has always been committed to providing a unique experience where customers can relax and feel at home.
1. Tell us a little bit about yourself.. How would you best describe your technical ability?
Being 14 years old, I am quite technologically minded – growing up with it and all – but the software that AppInstitute provided was extremely easy to use, and very straightforward. They were always on hand to help with any questions I had.
2. What made you decide to build an App for Wired Cafe?
To start with, Mum started building the app. however, after a couple of days she told me about it and I started having lots of ideas for the app. I then took over and it became a sort of ‘summer holiday project’.
3. Did you find the App Builder easy to use? (What was easy and what was difficult?)
The app builder was extremely easy to use and offered tutorials around every corner. AppInstitute have managed to integrate many, many features without making it difficult or unintuitive.
Overview of the AppInstitute Platform
AppInstitute provides an intuitive platform for small business owners to create their own apps without any coding required. With its drag-and-drop interface and comprehensive help resources, many find it straightforward to build an effective mobile app. The platform stands out for its user-friendly design and has been recognised for empowering small enterprises to enhance their digital footprint.
4. Is there anything you particularly liked about the App Builder or AppInstitute in general?
I think my favourite thing about the app builder was the sleek user interface it offered. Without any programming, you can easily build a functioning app without going into any detail, but to build an awesome app you have to go into depth. However, with AppInstitute it barely felt like I was delving any deeper than if I was just building a really simple app.
5. Three words to describe us?
‘Help’s Always There’
6. How was your overall customer experience with AppInstitute? (e.g. How much support did you need along the way, and if so, was it easy to get)?
The customer service offered by AppInstitute was impeccable. I did, inevitably, hit quite a few brick walls. However, all it took was a quick question to the team at AppInstitute and we got over all the problems that had arisen.
7. Tell us a little bit about your App?
The wired cafe bar app can do quite a few things. It offers a mobile stamp card, so you can never lose it again. It offers a way to contact us through our website, phones and email. But my favourite feature is the ordering system. You can order anything that we offer in the store right through the app and even set a time for collection!
8. How is your App helping your business? (What kind of results have you seen so far?)
The app has stirred up lots of conversation with customers coming in and downloading the app. There has been a lot of people downloading the app – more than we expected! Most of the customers that come in and download the app are actually quite surprised by the fact we have an app as they think that apps are mainly for the big chains out there. For this reason, it marks us out from the crowd of coffee shops in Nottingham, which is only a good thing.
Benefits of Mobile Apps for Small Businesses
Mobile apps can be game-changers for small businesses like Wired Cafe Bar. They provide an engaging way to connect with customers and can offer loyalty programmes that boost repeat visits. Apps also enable direct communication through push notifications, ensuring users stay informed about new promotions and events. For small coffee shops, an app can simplify orders and improve the overall customer experience, making operations more efficient.
9. If you were to tell a friend about AppInstitute, what would you say?
If I were to tell a friend about AppInstitute I would only have good things to say. The whole experience has been a joyful, easy process that has even taught me quite a few things about apps that I had no idea about. It is always stunning to see what our phones can do now but to be at the heart of that process and for it not to be too complicated in the slightest is something that I would tell everyone about.
10. What is your favourite App/Apps?
My favourite app is… Well, that’s a hard one. There are so many out there that it’s difficult to pick just one! Apart from the wired app (of course) I have a favourite from each category… Games, utilities, social media… However, I think if I were to pick just one, it would be an app called ‘cam scanner’. It is quite ingenious, to be honest. All you have to do is take a photo of a document or something similar and it can focus on the writing making it easy to read but not only that, it can recognise the text on a letter and convert it to a PDF! Marvellous!
Mobile App Development for Teens
Teenagers like Oli are increasingly getting involved in app development, gaining valuable tech skills along the way. Many resources and programmes are available to support young developers, encouraging them to explore the world of technology. Engaging in such projects not only boosts technical knowledge but also fosters creativity and problem-solving skills, preparing them for future tech opportunities.
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