iOS 18 Programming for Beginners: Learn iOS development with Swift 6, Xcode 16, and iOS 18 - your path to App Store success, Edition 9

Ahmad Sahar

Dec 2024 · Packt Publishing Ltd

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About this ebook

Embark on an exciting iOS app development journey with Swift 6, Xcode 16, and iOS 18. This hands-on guide equips you with the skills to create captivating apps and thrive in the competitive App Store landscape.Key Features

Experience iOS 18 and Swift 6 through hands-on projects
Build your first iOS apps, complete with user-friendly interfaces using UIKit
Learn best practices from an experienced developer for robust app design

Book DescriptionWant to turn your app idea into reality? iOS 18 Programming for Beginners is a guide that revolves around building a journal app, designed to teach you practical iOS development skills from the ground up. Through this approach, you'll gain hands-on experience with Xcode programming and progress through building a UI and filling it with functionality. Starting with the fundamentals of Swift 6, you'll learn how to construct user interfaces using storyboards and segues before diving into essential iOS concepts like table views, data handling, and map integration. The step-by-step tutorials guide you through key tasks such as persisting data with JSON, creating custom views, and integrating media into your apps. You’ll also discover how to enhance your apps using Apple Intelligence, incorporating machine learning and smart features to create cutting-edge iOS applications. The final chapters focus on crucial aspects of app development, including Swift Testing to ensure your app is robust, and submitting your app to the App Store—demystifying the journey from development to deployment. Whether you're a beginner or transitioning to iOS development, this guide will equip you with the skills needed to create and publish your own apps.What you will learn

Learn the foundations of using Xcode 16 and Swift 6
Implement the latest iOS 18 features through a hands-on example app
Build responsive iOS apps using UIKit
Create location-based apps using Core Location and MapKit
Implement concurrency in Swift for asynchronous programming
Build iOS apps using industry-standard design patterns and practices
Enhance apps with Apple Intelligence to leverage machine learning
Test apps with Swift Testing to ensure it meets quality standards

Who this book is for

This iOS programming book is tailored for individuals with minimal coding experience who are new to the world of Swift and iOS app development. A basic understanding of programming concepts is recommended.

About the author

Ahmad Sahar is a trainer, presenter, and consultant at Tomafuwi Productions, specializing in conducting training courses for macOS and iOS, macOS Support Essentials certification courses, and iOS Development courses. He is a member of the DevCon iOS and MyCocoaHeads online communities in Malaysia and has conducted presentations and talks for both groups. In his spare time, he likes building and programming LEGO Mindstorms robots.

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