Development Checklist

1.	Setup
	Set Up a Showpad Developer Account Ensure you have the necessary permissions to create and manage apps in Showpad.
	Prepare Development Tools Install tools such as Node.js (optional), a code editor (e.g., VS Code), and Git.

2.	Design App
	Plan the User Flow Map out how users (including admins) will interact with your app and its extensions.
	Draft the Manifest File Prepare metadata, permissions, and extension configurations
	Select Appropriate Extensions Decide which extensions best suit your app’s functionality.

3.	Develop App
	Create the manifest.json file The manifest.json file defines your app’s metadata, permissions, and extensions.
	Create Extensions and build App Declare the Extension in the manifest.json Create the Extension folders and its files (css, script, …) For Experience Types only: Define the Experience config If AppsDB is needed: declare the AppsDB store in the manifest and implement the code to interact with your store

4.	Bundle and Distribute App
	Create Showpad Bundle
	Upload App package to Showpad Ensure your manifest is correctly formatted and specifies all required extensions.
	Test the App in Showpad Validate the app’s behavior for different roles (e.g., admin vs. user).
	Test the App in Developer Mode (local testing) Validate the app’s behavior for different roles (e.g., admin vs. user).

5.	Launch and Maintain App
	Assign App App assignment to your own organization is automatic. If necessary, you can assign your app to another organization.
	Monitor App Performance Use logs and analytics to track user engagement and identify bugs.
	Iterate and Update Add new features, permissions, or extensions as your app evolves.