{"id":31340,"date":"2020-01-10T14:31:21","date_gmt":"2020-01-10T14:31:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intelligentcio.com\/africa\/?p=31340"},"modified":"2020-01-10T14:31:24","modified_gmt":"2020-01-10T14:31:24","slug":"huawei-mobile-services-south-africa-announces-launch-of-developer-programme","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intelligentcio.com\/africa\/2020\/01\/10\/huawei-mobile-services-south-africa-announces-launch-of-developer-programme\/","title":{"rendered":"Huawei Mobile Services South Africa announces launch of developer programme"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Huawei Mobile Services South Africa has announced the launch of its local developer programme, Shining-Star, which is also being implemented in other markets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The\nprogramme focuses on partnering with enterprises, educational institutions and\nindividual developers to use Huawei infrastructure to develop apps and other\ntechnological tools. Shining-Star will empower local developers, as it gives\nthem free access to resources that are essential for innovation and building\napps. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\nare 10 things that you need to know about Huawei\u2019s Developer Programme: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1.\nAll developers are eligible<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\nare no restrictions on who or which type of app developer may join the\nprogramme. Established programmers, as well as up and coming programmers, who\nare still learning and passionate about app development, are welcome to\nparticipate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2.\nApp developers have access to HMS Core and HMS capabilities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>HMS\nCore is a collection of core kit services for development, growth and business,\nsuch as Account Kit, Scan Kit, Wallet Kit\nand Map Kit. These kits provide developers with all-scenario capability open\naccess to the HMS Ecosystem, with a clear focus on application innovation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3.\nDevelopers can <\/strong><strong>grow<\/strong><strong> business from their\napps<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The\ndeveloper programme is based on the premise that developers should earn an\nincome for their creativity and innovation. The HMS Wallet Kit facilitates\neasier payment and digital card management. This simplifies the process of\nin-app purchases and allows users to pay for apps easily. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4.\nAccess to a digital advertising platform<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Huawei\nAds is an end-to-end digital advertising platform that supports real-time\ntransactions. Huawei Ads has built a complete advertising system architecture,\ndedicated to providing developers with full self-service intelligent business\nconversion capabilities. Developers who incorporate ads in their apps are able\nto earn revenue from these ads. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5.\nDevelopers have access to global markets <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over\n570 million people in 170 countries are monthly active users of Huawei mobile\ndevices. The apps that are developed by local programmers can be made available\nto Huawei users all over the world. This global access to markets potentially\ngives South African developers the opportunity to share their apps with\nmillions of people. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6.\nHuawei offers developers support <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Key\nresources such as API reference, development guides and sample code assist are\nalso part of Shining-Star. These support structures ensure that developers are\ngiven more than just access to HMS ecosystem; they also have support resources\nthat provide guidance in the app development process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>7.\nDevelopers are supported by DigiX Labs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DigiX\nLabs will provide additional support to developers. With eight DigiX Labs in six\nmain regions, the support to developers includes device testing, experience of\ncapability development and user experience. DigiX services are also remotely\naccessible to developers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>8.\nThe HMS platform is compliant with global privacy frameworks <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Huawei device global privacy compliance framework complies with the Generally Accepted Privacy Principles (GAPP) released by the AICPA\/CICA; the European General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR); as well as local laws and regulations. The apps created through the developer programme will have compliance certificates. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>9.\nQuick and easy access to the developer platform <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The\nAccount Kit helps developers by providing unified access to the distribution of\napps for all devices. This also enables users to log in new apps quickly and\neasily. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>10.\nThe developer platform is secure <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The\napp development platform has a unique developer identity verification system\nthat features a four-layer detection mechanism to ensure app security.\nDevelopers will also have post-release app inspection and a mechanism for user\nfeedback. Four-layer detection includes security vulnerability scanning, privacy\ncheck, malicious behaviour detection and a real-name security check. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Huawei Mobile Services South Africa has announced the launch of its local developer programme, Shining-Star, which is also being implemented in other markets. The programme focuses on partnering with enterprises, educational institutions and individual developers to use Huawei infrastructure to develop apps and other technological tools. 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