The latest articles on DEV Community by Dilek Yıldız (@adayatechnologies). https://dev.to/adayatechnologies https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=90,height=90,fit=cover,gravity=auto,format=auto/https:%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Fuser%2Fprofile_image%2F4222145%2Ff4d163a7-d511-4660-9843-1c599bbfa452.png https://dev.to/adayatechnologies en Dilek Yıldız Mon, 02 Nov 2026 10:48:03 +0000 https://dev.to/adayatechnologies/we-built-a-world-map-for-discovering-independent-apps-7jj https://dev.to/adayatechnologies/we-built-a-world-map-for-discovering-independent-apps-7jj <p>Finding an audience is one of the hardest parts of shipping an app. We wanted to explore a different way for people to encounter independent products: a world map where each listing has a place.</p> <p>That idea became <a href="https://theworldof.app/" rel="noopener noreferrer">TheWorldOf</a>. Visitors can explore apps visually, browse categories and open individual listings. Developers can present their apps and give people another way to discover what they have built.</p> <h2> The question behind the project </h2> <p>A map can make browsing feel more exploratory, but a visual interface only helps if people can find something relevant. We are interested in the balance between discovery and usability: when is a map a useful way to browse, and when would a straightforward list work better?</p> <p>We are at an early stage and would value candid feedback from developers:</p> <ul> <li>Is the purpose clear on your first visit?</li> <li>What information would help you decide whether to explore an app?</li> <li>If you build mobile apps, what would make a directory listing worth your time?</li> </ul> <p>Try it at <a href="https://theworldof.app/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://theworldof.app/</a>. We are the team behind the project, and we would especially appreciate specific examples of anything confusing or missing.</p> <p>This post was prepared with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy.</p> showdev mobile