This course introduces students to setting up a development environment where cross-platform mobile applications can be created. Students will learn about the Software Development Kits (SDKs) of various mobile operating systems, including Android, iOS, and Windows Mobile. Students will install and configure SDKs, and develop an application that can be tested on emulators or real devices. Students will be introduced to free and open source software and the selection process for determining the appropriate solution. (FT)