IT specialist for application development (f/m/d)
Training – IT Specialist for Application Development
Training to become an IT Specialist for Application Development is a recognized dual training occupation in the IT sector.
You will learn how software is planned, developed, programmed, tested, and documented, and how users are supported in its use.
Overview
- Job title: IT specialist – specializing in application development
- Type of training: Dual training (company & vocational school)
- Duration of training: Usually 3 years
- Learning locations: Training company and vocational school
Typical tasks
During your training, you will deal with the following, among other things:
- Planning and implementation of software and application projects
- Programming and customization of applications
- Analysis of requirements and technical processes
- Software testing, error analysis, and troubleshooting
- Documentation of applications and processes
- Support and advice for users
Training content
During your training, you will learn, among other things:
- Programming basics and advanced programming
- Working with development environments and version control systems
- Software architectures and databases
- Quality assurance, testing, and documentation
- IT security and data protection
- Working in projects and in a team
Further information on the exam and training content can be found on the IHK website.
Work environment
IT specialists for application development work, for example:
- In IT companies and software firms
- In IT departments of companies across all industries
- In administrations or organizations
- Mainly in the office, sometimes also remotely
Requirements
- No specific school qualification is legally required
- In practice, applicants with a secondary school diploma or (technical) high school diploma are often hired
- Interest in computer science, technology, and logical thinking
- Good knowledge of mathematics and English is helpful
- Careful, structured, and team-oriented way of working
Prospects after training
After successful completion, many paths are open to you, for example:
- Working as a software developer or application developer
- Collaboration in IT project teams
- Specialization in specific technologies or programming languages
- Further training (e.g., technician, IT specialist, university studies)
Brief description
Training as an IT specialist for application development is particularly suitable for people who enjoy programming, technical challenges, and developing digital solutions, and who like working in a team.
You can find further general information about the apprenticeship at BERUFE Net.