Simple concept: Jump start for developers of SharePoint 2013 App

[Question]:
I want to try SharePoint 2013 App Development.
Where to start?

[Answer]:
I am flattered if you are reading this post, even though MSDN is full of articles about this topic.

Here are following preparations steps before the development:

1. View "Developer training | Apps for Office and SharePoint"

http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/office/apps/fp123626
If you have limited time, focus on the Module 5 SharePoint 2013 app model for developers

 

2. Setup the env

 

 To install VS 2012

 

You need to install Microsoft Office Developer Tools for Visual Studio 2012 from

Apps for Office and SharePoint download page

 

You need yo create your own Office 365 Developer site.

http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/fp161179(v=office.15).aspx

Developing apps for SharePoint on a remote system

http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/jj220047(v=office.15).aspx