iOS 17 Programming for Beginners: Unlock the world of iOS development with Swift 5.9, Xcode 15, and iOS 17, 8th Edition

Embark on an exciting iOS app development journey with Swift 5.9, Xcode 15, and iOS 17. This hands-on guide equips you with the skills to create captivating apps and thrive in the competitive App Store landscape.

Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in PDF format.
Key Features

Dive into the latest iOS 17 features and Swift 5.9 through hands-on projects
Develop robust apps with top design patterns used by professionals
Expand your app's reach by effortlessly converting it for iPad, Mac, and visionOS

Book Description

In a world with nearly 2 million apps on the App Store, the demand for skilled iOS developers has never been higher. "iOS 17 Programming for Beginners, Eighth Edition" is your gateway to this lucrative and dynamic field. This hands-on guide is tailored for those who are new to iOS and takes you on a journey from learning the Swift language to crafting your own app and seeing it thrive on the App Store.

Our approach is hands-on and practical. Each chapter is designed to be a stepping stone in your development journey, providing step-by-step tutorials, real-life examples, and clear explanations of complex concepts. As you progress, you'll not only be skilled in Swift but also incorporate cutting-edge technologies into your apps. You'll learn how to publish your creations and harness the power of iOS 17 through a straightforward and easy to program example app divided into manageable parts.

By the time you've completed this book, you'll possess the skills and knowledge to not only develop and publish captivating apps but also leverage online resources to continually enhance your app development prowess.
What you will learn

Discover the world of Xcode 15 and Swift 5.9, laying the foundation for your iOS development journey
Implement the latest iOS 17 features through a hands-on example app, ensuring your apps remain innovative and engaging
Build and deploy iOS apps using industry-standard design patterns and best practices.
Implement the Model-View-Controller (MVC) design pattern to create robust and organized applications
Expand your app's reach by effortlessly converting it for iPad, Mac, and visionOS
Dive into UIKit, the essential framework for large-scale iOS projects

Who this book is for

This 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.
Table of Contents

Exploring Xcode
Simple Values and Types
Conditionals and Optionals
Range Operators and Loops
Collection Types
Functions and Closures
Classes, Structures, and Enumerations
Protocols, Extensions, and Error Handling
Swift Concurrency
Setting Up the User Interface
Building the user interface
Finishing Up Your User Interface
Modifying App Screen
Getting Started with MVC and Table Views
Getting Data into Table Views
Passing Data Between View Controllers
Getting Started with Core Location and MapKi
Getting Started with JSON Files
Getting Started with Custom Views
Getting Started with Camera and Photo Library
Getting Started with Search
Getting Started with Collection Views
Getting Started with SwiftData
Getting Started with SwiftUI
Getting Started with Widgets
Getting Started with visionOS
Testing and Submitting Your App to the App Store