How well an Android app performs will depend mainly on the person who made it, which is why if you have that great idea but don't have the skills and know-how in building one, it's best to leave the development to a professional Android app developer. Hiring Android app developers is a must for people with great app ideas but is not capable of bringing them to life. And with the increasing popularity of the Android platform, you won't have difficulty finding a developer who's willing to work on your app. However, not all of the developers out there can truly deliver, so it is best to be extra careful when choosing one for your app project.

When reviewing prospective Android app developers, make sure to take the following into consideration:

• Experience – though they tend to ask for a higher than average developer fee, hiring experienced Android app developers is often worth the extra cost. Not only can you expect to get a quality product from an experienced developer, but also on time and within the specified budget. So make sure to ask for a portfolio from the developer and look for his or her work history in making apps. At the very least, consider those developers who have already completed development of one or more apps, and the more apps that is released the better. You should also look at the kind of apps the developer has worked on. If your app is to contain lots of graphics, for example, look for developers with a history of developing graphics-intensive apps.

• Skill – specifically, you need to look for android app developer who are skilled in Java, the Eclipse IDE for Java and SQL. Java is necessary to use the Android software development kit (SDK), which in turn is necessary in creating Android applications. A developer who also knows how to use the Eclipse plug-in for Java will have a less tedious time coding the app's architecture, while expertise in SQL is key to stable apps. Developers who also know how Android uses XML can also solve XML-related problems in development as well.

• Location. Where the developer lives may not be that of an important factor compared to skill and experience, given the fact that you can now see, talk and make business transactions with other people over the Internet. But if you prefer to hold face-to-face meetings with your staff on a regular basis, choosing Android app developers who live near your vicinity might be a better choice.