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Toward the Future of iOS Development with Swift

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Course Summary

Learn to create iOS apps using Swift programming language. This course covers the basics of iOS app development with Swift and Xcode, and teaches you how to build your own apps from scratch.

Key Learning Points

Understand the basics of Swift programming language and Xcode
Learn how to build user interfaces and control flow in iOS apps
Explore advanced topics like networking and data storage in iOS apps

Learning Outcomes

Build your own iOS apps from scratch
Understand the basics of Swift programming language
Explore advanced topics in iOS app development

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic programming knowledge
Access to a Mac computer with Xcode installed

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

Online self-paced course
Video lectures
Hands-on coding exercises

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Chris Lattner
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Description

An introduction to the Swift programming language. This will prepare you for more extensive iOS app development and build a foundation for advanced iOS development topics.

Upon completing this course, you will be able to: 1. Associate the relationship of Swift and Objective-C and their use in iOS and Mac (OS X) programming 2. Develop the ability to read and write Swift code 3. Distinguish how both programming languages can be used together in applications 4. Demonstrate how to write applications entirely in Swift with the help from several iOS programming samples 5. Determine how Swift can be used for development on new platforms such as Apple Watch and Apple TV 6. Create a working client-server iPhone application with location services that you can add to your portfolio.

Outline

Introduction to Swift
Welcome!
Introduction to Swift
Getting Started with XCode
Swift Basics Part 1: Types, Constants, Variables
Swift Basics Part 2: Control Flow - Part 1
Swift Basics Part 3: Control Flow - Part 2
Swift Basics Part 4: Numbers
Swift Basics Part 5: Loops
Swift Basics Part 6: Strings
How to Create an Array
Using Arrays /Modifying Values of Arrays
Comparing Arrays
How to Create a Dictionary
Using and Modifying Dictionaries Part 1
Using and Modifying Dictionaries Part 2
Properties of Dictionaries
Using and Modifying Sets Part 1
Using and Modifying Sets Part 2
Using and Modifying Sets Part 3
How to Create a Basic Function
Function with Parameters Part 1
Function with Parameters Part 2
Function with Parameters Part 3
Functions that Return a Value(s) Part 1
Functions that Return a Value(s) Part 2
Scope / Improper Conditions
A Word on Function Types
Using Closures
More Closure Syntax
Properties of Closures
Course Overview
Week 1 Quiz

Looking Further into Swift
How to Create Basic Enumerations
How to Create Raw-Value Enumerations
Using Enumerations Part 1
Using Enumerations Part 2
Using Enumerations Part 3
Enumerations Methods and Limitations
How to Create Structures
Structures Methods and Limitations
Creating Classes in Source Files
Working with Classes Part 1
Working with Classes Part 2
Creating Properties Part 1
Creating Properties Part 2
Working with Properties Part 1
Working with Properties Part 2
Access Control
Default Initializers Part 1
Default Initializers Part 2
Default Initializers Part 3
Creating and Working With Initializers Part 1
Creating and Working With Initializers Part 2
Playing with Swift (Playground Assignment) Instructions

From Programmer to Developer
Protocols Part 1
Protocols Part 2
Protocols Part 3
Error Handling Part 1
Error Handling Part 2
Extensions
Generics Part 1
Generics Part 2
Memory Management and Arc Part 1
Memory Management and Arc Part 2
Equatable and Comparable
Interoperability Part 1
Interoperability Part 2
Interoperability Part 3
Cocoa Application Speaking Text Editor Sample
Writing Speaking Text Editor Part 1
Writing Speaking Text Editor Part 2
Writing Speaking Text Editor Part 3
Event Driven Applications with Swift and XCode Part 1
Event Driven Applications with Swift and XCode Part 2
Event Driven Applications with Swift and XCode Part 3
Writing an iOS Application (Cocoa Touch Applications) Part 1
Writing an iOS Application (Cocoa Touch Applications) Part 2
Writing an iOS Application (Cocoa Touch Applications) Part 3
Writing an iOS Application (Cocoa Touch Applications) Part 4
Writing an iOS Application (Shopping List Sample)
Note
Week 3 Quiz

iPhone Applications and More
HoBshare Overview Part 1
HoBshare Overview Part 2
HoBshare Overview Part 3
HoBshare Overview Part 4
HoBshare pt II UI and Class Setup Part 1
HoBshare pt II UI and Class Setup Part 2
HoBshare pt II UI and Class Setup Part 3
HoBshare pt II UI and Class Setup Part 4
HoBshare pt II UI and Class Setup Part 5
HoBshare pt II UI and Class Setup Part 6
HoBshare pt II UI and Class Setup Part 7
HoBshare pt II UI and Class Setup Part 8
MeViewController and SuperClass Part 1
MeViewController and SuperClass Part 2
MeViewController and SuperClass Part 3
MeViewController and SuperClass Part 4
MeViewController and SuperClass Part 5
MeViewController and SuperClass Part 6
MeViewController and SuperClass Part 7
MeViewController and SuperClass Part 8
MeViewController and SuperClass Part 9
MeViewController and SuperClass Part 10
Models and Data Providers Part 1
Models and Data Providers Part 2
Models and Data Providers Part 3
Models and Data Providers Part 4
Models and Data Providers Part 5
Models and Data Providers Part 6
Models and Data Providers Part 7
EditHobbiesViewController Part 1
EditHobbiesViewController Part 2
EditHobbiesViewController Part 3
EditHobbiesViewController Part 4
EditHobbiesViewController Part 5
NeighborsViewController Part 1
NeighborsViewController Part 2
NeighborsViewController Part 3
NeighborsViewController Part 4
NeighborsViewController Part 5
NeighborsViewController Part 6
Fun Stuff: iWatch Installing HoBshare
Fun Stuff: iWatch Configuring HoBshare
Fun Stuff: iWatch Sending Hobbies from the iPhone
Fun Stuff. iWatch. Make A Call
Starter Kit for Week 4
Note
hoBshare Enhancements Assignment Instructions

Summary of User Reviews

Discover the world of iOS app development with this comprehensive course on Swift programming. Students praise the course for its engaging instructors, practical examples, and user-friendly interface.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Many users found the course to be highly engaging and easy to follow.

Pros from User Reviews

Engaging instructors
Practical examples
User-friendly interface
In-depth coverage of Swift programming
Opportunities to practice coding skills

Cons from User Reviews

Some users found the pace of the course to be too slow
The course may not be suitable for advanced programmers
Some users experienced technical issues with the platform
The course requires a significant time commitment
The course may be too basic for some users

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