Softwares e aplicativos: da ideia à implementação – um guia prático para melhorar o aprendizado de profissionais da área da saúde

Abstract

BACKGROUND: The importance of software for society, and in particular for the health sector, is undeniable. It increases the efficiency and quality of care, and expands access to health services, contributing to the general well-being of the population and to innovation in the sector. In view of this, this study aimed to develop a practical guide to guide the development of software in the health sector, aimed at researchers without training in technology. OBJECTIVES: General: To develop a practical guide on creating software for the health sector. Specific: To present the basic steps necessary for the creation and development of software aimed at the health sector; to make the guide available as a support tool for researchers without prior knowledge of technology. METHOD: This study followed the SQUIRE-EDU checklist, which is an extension of the SQUIRE 2.0 publication guidelines, designed to guide the preparation of manuscripts that describe interactive cycles of improvement in health professions education. RESULT: During the Professional Master's degree, the student participated in the Ocean Lab and Ocean Launch programs of Samsung Brazil, which offer support and training for technology-based and innovation projects. The knowledge acquired in the research and training resulted in the creation of the startup Symmety AI, which is currently in the process of formalization and fundraising. In addition, the student is currently participating in the Catalisa SEBRAE Program – 1st Cycle, aimed at implementing the startup. CONCLUSION: By translating complex concepts from the technology area into accessible language, the guide helps to reduce the barriers that have historically hindered dialogue between the areas of health and technology. The material developed seeks not only to guide, but also to inspire health professionals to become protagonists in the creation of digital solutions that meet the specific demands of their clinical, educational and care practices. In addition, it is expected that this educational product will foster a culture of innovation within the PPGRACI and other postgraduate programs, directly contributing to the generation of applicable, efficient technological products aligned with the real needs of health services. Thus, this work reinforces the role of interprofessional education as a strategic tool to promote innovation, quality and safety in services, contributing to the advancement of digital health in Brazil. It is expected that, with the publication of the guide, students from PPGRACI and other postgraduate programs, as well as health professionals, will be encouraged to develop software that solves challenges in the sector, contributing to the insertion of these products in the technological market.