Xcode 7 Essentials -
2nd Edition
Published on 16. February 2016
Book
Paperback/Softback
256 pages
978-1-78588-901-1 (ISBN)
Description
Step up your iOS development with the power and wealth of features of Xcode 7
About This Book
* Updated for the latest Xcode 7 release, this is the first book that will show you how to use all the new features available in Xcode 7 to their fullest
* This guide to will get you up and running with the entire workflow to develop Apple apps without previous Xcode experience
* Packed with plenty of tips on how to use Xcode with Swift 2 and other existing Apple frameworks to develop robust apps at a rapid pace
Who This Book Is For
If you are a novice programmer who is familiar with the concepts of object-oriented programming, but have little to no knowledge of Swift, Xcode, or Apple's Cocoa APIs, then this book is for you. Starting with an introduction to the basics of Xcode and the Swift programming language, you will learn all of the skills that are essential to build an app and submit it to the App Store
What You Will Learn
* Get an introduction to Xcode and get to know how to navigate and use the tool
* Build playgrounds to learn and explore the environment
* Create an adaptive UI with the interface builder that will help your app to scale through a wide range of devices
* Understand Table, Collection, and Stack views and find out how they can be implemented
* Create custom components for your application through frameworks and live previews
* Exploit Xcode's advanced features to elevate your debugging and testing capabilities
* Run your application on the physical device and submit it to the App store
In Detail
Apple's Xcode technology is making the development curve smoother than it has ever been with its easy-to-develop features and enhancements. With the latest release of Xcode 7, Apple has also added great support for Swift development.
This book will introduce you to all the new features of Xcode 7 and demonstrate how Swift programming can be much easier, faster, and simply better with Xcode!
Even if you're starting with just a little knowledge of Swift or Xcode, you will learn the basics of the language as well as the tool. You will then use this knowledge to create simple applications and will learn how to debug and optimize your code. At the end of this book, you would have learned enough to build, run and submit your very own application to the App Store.
Style and approach
This is a step-by-step guide, full of practical and real world examples, to help you get to grips with Xcode with ease. A demo project is also provided at the end of the book, where you can test your skills.
About This Book
* Updated for the latest Xcode 7 release, this is the first book that will show you how to use all the new features available in Xcode 7 to their fullest
* This guide to will get you up and running with the entire workflow to develop Apple apps without previous Xcode experience
* Packed with plenty of tips on how to use Xcode with Swift 2 and other existing Apple frameworks to develop robust apps at a rapid pace
Who This Book Is For
If you are a novice programmer who is familiar with the concepts of object-oriented programming, but have little to no knowledge of Swift, Xcode, or Apple's Cocoa APIs, then this book is for you. Starting with an introduction to the basics of Xcode and the Swift programming language, you will learn all of the skills that are essential to build an app and submit it to the App Store
What You Will Learn
* Get an introduction to Xcode and get to know how to navigate and use the tool
* Build playgrounds to learn and explore the environment
* Create an adaptive UI with the interface builder that will help your app to scale through a wide range of devices
* Understand Table, Collection, and Stack views and find out how they can be implemented
* Create custom components for your application through frameworks and live previews
* Exploit Xcode's advanced features to elevate your debugging and testing capabilities
* Run your application on the physical device and submit it to the App store
In Detail
Apple's Xcode technology is making the development curve smoother than it has ever been with its easy-to-develop features and enhancements. With the latest release of Xcode 7, Apple has also added great support for Swift development.
This book will introduce you to all the new features of Xcode 7 and demonstrate how Swift programming can be much easier, faster, and simply better with Xcode!
Even if you're starting with just a little knowledge of Swift or Xcode, you will learn the basics of the language as well as the tool. You will then use this knowledge to create simple applications and will learn how to debug and optimize your code. At the end of this book, you would have learned enough to build, run and submit your very own application to the App Store.
Style and approach
This is a step-by-step guide, full of practical and real world examples, to help you get to grips with Xcode with ease. A demo project is also provided at the end of the book, where you can test your skills.
More details
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Birmingham
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Edition type
Revised edition
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 191 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-78588-901-1 (9781785889011)
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Brett Ohland develops software, likes to tinker and fix things (especially bikes), and keeps himself and others caffeinated. He has well over a decade of experience of converting keystrokes and staring at the ceiling into functional applications for clients.
He started his career by building Flash websites when those were still an amazing thing, transitioned to web development when everyone was loving JavaScript, and then moved on to iOS development so that he could build his dream photography app. Throughout this period, Brett has worked for major advertising agencies, consultancies of all sizes, a stock photo agency, two guys in a basement, and himself for a while. Several teaching opportunities have allowed him to share his knowledge at start-up incubators and even a university.
Currently, he writes about his technological discoveries and interests at ampersandsoftworks.com when he isn't riding his bike, chasing his toddler around the house, or pulling a shot of espresso. Jayant Varma is a technophile with a career spanning more than two decades and was introduced to computing in the days of 8-bit computers and Z80 chips. While managing the IT and telecom department at BMW's dealerships in India and Oman, and Nissan in Qatar, he worked extensively on Windows, AS/400, and Unix. His love for traveling inspired him to work and travel to several countries. He is currently based in Australia.
Jayant's technological journey began as a Microsoft technologies developer and then diversified. His focus is now on Apple and mobile technologies. He has a master's degree in business administration and IT from James Cook University, Australia. He also lectured at James Cook University and coordinated the onshore and off-shore teaching of Linux/Unix administration. Jayant has worked closely with the Australian Computer Society (ACS) and Apple University Consortium (AUC) on workshops and projects.
He authored the book Learn Lua for iOS Game Development, Apress, and has also been a technical reviewer on several titles. As a founder, consultant, and developer at OZApps (www.oz-apps.com), he helps organizations and individuals integrate technology into their businesses and strategies. He also conducts training sessions and workshops, and writes blogs to share his knowledge with the community.
He started his career by building Flash websites when those were still an amazing thing, transitioned to web development when everyone was loving JavaScript, and then moved on to iOS development so that he could build his dream photography app. Throughout this period, Brett has worked for major advertising agencies, consultancies of all sizes, a stock photo agency, two guys in a basement, and himself for a while. Several teaching opportunities have allowed him to share his knowledge at start-up incubators and even a university.
Currently, he writes about his technological discoveries and interests at ampersandsoftworks.com when he isn't riding his bike, chasing his toddler around the house, or pulling a shot of espresso. Jayant Varma is a technophile with a career spanning more than two decades and was introduced to computing in the days of 8-bit computers and Z80 chips. While managing the IT and telecom department at BMW's dealerships in India and Oman, and Nissan in Qatar, he worked extensively on Windows, AS/400, and Unix. His love for traveling inspired him to work and travel to several countries. He is currently based in Australia.
Jayant's technological journey began as a Microsoft technologies developer and then diversified. His focus is now on Apple and mobile technologies. He has a master's degree in business administration and IT from James Cook University, Australia. He also lectured at James Cook University and coordinated the onshore and off-shore teaching of Linux/Unix administration. Jayant has worked closely with the Australian Computer Society (ACS) and Apple University Consortium (AUC) on workshops and projects.
He authored the book Learn Lua for iOS Game Development, Apress, and has also been a technical reviewer on several titles. As a founder, consultant, and developer at OZApps (www.oz-apps.com), he helps organizations and individuals integrate technology into their businesses and strategies. He also conducts training sessions and workshops, and writes blogs to share his knowledge with the community.