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From Figma to App: Building Custom Mobile Apps in Panama That Work

You’ve got your app design: it looks modern, clean, and just like you imagined it in Figma. But now you’re wondering, how do you bring it to life without sacrificing quality?

At EtyaLab, we connect design with mobile development in a practical and effective way. We use tools like Figma and Flutter, but we also work with others depending on your project’s needs. Our focus is on having a clear and organized process that guarantees real results.

1. Requirements gathering: a key step

Our designers at Figma in Panama work closely with our clients to build designs that not only look good, but actually work.

We focus on:

  • Intuitive and user-friendly interfaces 
  • Responsiveness on mobile devices 
  • Reusable components 
  • Interactive prototypes that simulate real-world use 

You’ll see how your app will look and work before you write a single line of code.

Before designing or developing, we prioritize gathering requirements. (discovery phase). This step is fundamental.

We took the time to understand:

  • What problem does your app solve? 
  • Who are your users? 
  • Which features are most important for your business? 

This process ensures a solid foundation. Skipping this phase or doing it half-heartedly can result in wasted time, incorrect assumptions, and costly redesigns.

At EtyaLab, we sit down with you to clearly define your needs. From there, our design and development teams work together seamlessly, saving you time and money. And yes: you’ll see how your app will look and behave before we even start programming.

2. Smooth transition to development

Once the design is approved, we move on to development. This is where tools like Flutter come in. But we’re flexible—we use other frameworks depending on your needs.

Our focus is on consistency: development must perfectly reflect the design. We avoid that classic “that’s not what I asked for” that happens in poorly managed projects.

 

3. What makes our workflow different?

  • Real-time collaboration between design and development 
  • Transfer tools that respect proportions, colors, and interactions 
  • Integrated responsiveness from the start 
  • Reusable components that accelerate delivery 

We care about the details. We know that poor communication between design and development is costly and frustrating. That’s why we’ve created our own system to keep everyone on the same page.

  1. Why does this matter to your business?

For companies in Panama looking to create custom mobile applications, this workflow reduces:

  • Delays 
  • Unnecessary redesigns 
  • Extra costs

And most importantly: it gives you a product that your users can easily use from the first touch.

Do you want to build a mobile app that is attractive and functional?
Let us help you go from idea to code with confidence.

Schedule your appointment today: https://calendly.com/susanalauhou/30min