From looking up directions on Google Maps to hailing a taxi via Uber, geolocation apps have become a backbone for many thriving businesses. But can you develop an app that would enjoy similar success?

Foursquare has built a loyal audience of 60 million users by letting them check into restaurants. Uber reached a market worth of $72 billion by connecting passengers and taxi drivers. Starbucks has increased sales by adding local notifications to its app. With more and more mobile app users every year, these companies will continue to grow their profit.

In this article, I’ll share the insights we’ve gained when developing a location-based app, Juvo. It’s a native iOS and Android app for local communities of Norway.

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