Beginning IOS 13 & Swift App Development


Book Description

In this book, we take you on a fun, hands-on and pragmatic journey to learning iOS13 application development using Swift. You'll start building your first iOS app within minutes. Every section is written in a bite-sized manner and straight to the point as I don't want to waste your time (and most certainly mine) on the content you don't need. In the end, you will have the skills to create an app and submit it to the app store. In the course of this book, we will cover: Chapter 1 - Working with Xcode and Swift to build a BMI calculator app. Chapter 2 - Build a Quotes app using Table View Chapter 3 - Create a To Do List app where we create, read, update and delete to-do items Chapter 4 - Implement data persistency to our To Do List app using Core Data Chapter 5 - Improve our To Do List app by adding images and implementing swipe deletion Chapter 6 - Build a cryptocurrency price tracker app which retrieves prices via an API Chapter 7 - Build a image detection app using machine learning with Core ML 2 and Create ML 2 Chapter 8 - Create an Augmented Reality app with ARKit Chapter 9 - Publish our app on to the App store Chapter 10 - SwiftUI Chapter 11 - Dark Mode Chapter 12 - Porting your iOS App to the Mac with Project Catalyst The goal of this book is to teach you iOS development in a manageable way without overwhelming you. We focus only on the essentials and cover the material in a hands-on practice manner for you to code along. About the Reader No previous knowledge on iOS development required, but you should have basic programming knowledge. About the Author Greg Lim is a technologist and author of several programming books. Greg has many years in teaching programming in tertiary institutions and he places special emphasis on learning by doing.




Beginning IOS 14 & Swift App Development


Book Description

In this book, we take you on a fun, hands-on and pragmatic journey to learning iOS 14 application development using Swift. You'll start building your first iOS app within minutes. Every section is written in a bite-sized manner and straight to the point as I don't want to waste your time (and most certainly mine) on the content you don't need. In the end, you will have the skills to create an app and submit it to the app store. In the course of this book, we will cover: Chapter 1 & 2 - Working with Xcode and Swift to build a BMI calculator app. Chapter 3 - Build a Quotes app using Table View Chapter 4 - Create a To Do List app (create, read, update and delete to-do items) Chapter 5 - Implement data persistency to our To Do List app using Core Data Chapter 6 - Improve our To Do List app by adding images and swipe deletion Chapter 7 - Build a cryptocurrency price tracker app which retrieves prices via an API Chapter 8 - Build a image detection app using machine learning Chapter 9 - Create an Augmented Reality app with ARKit Chapter 10 - Publish our app on to the App store Chapter 11 - SwiftUI Chapter 12 - Widgets Chapter 13 - App Clips Chapter 14 - Dark Mode Chapter 15 - Porting your iOS App to the Mac with Project Catalyst Chapter 16 - In-App Purchases The goal of this book is to teach you iOS development in a manageable way without overwhelming you. We focus only on the essentials and cover the material in a hands-on practice manner for you to code along. About the Reader No previous knowledge on iOS development required, but you should have basic programming knowledge. About the Author Greg Lim is a technologist and author of several programming books. Greg has many years in teaching programming in tertiary institutions and he places special emphasis on learning by doing.




iOS 15 Application Development for Beginners


Book Description

Learn iOS App development with advanced Apple technology and developer-centric tools. KEY FEATURES ● Loaded with core developer tools, including SwiftUI, Xcode, and CoreML. ● Covers app architecture, design patterns, and mobile hardware use in app development. ● Numerous examples covering database, GPS, image recognition, and ML. DESCRIPTION This book is a step-by-step, hands-on guide for Apple developers to build iOS apps using Swift programming with minimal effort. This book will help develop the knowledge and skills necessary to program Apple applications independently. This book introduces you to Swift, SwiftUI, MapKit, Xcode, and Core ML and guides you through the process of creating a strong, marketable iOS application. The book begins with the fundamentals of Swift, which will serve as the foundation for future app development. This book will help readers to develop user interfaces for iOS applications, using SwiftUI and Interface Builder, as well as the code for views, view controllers, and data managers. The book teaches how to use Core Data and SQLite to store databases. It will help you work with Apple technologies and frameworks, including Core Location and MapKit for GPS tracking, Camera and Photo Library for image storage, Core ML for machine learning, and implementations of artificial intelligence solutions. By the end of this book, you will have developed a solid foundation for writing Swift apps, utilizing best practices in architecture, and publishing them to the app store. The book successfully introduces you to the entire iOS application development journey in a manageable manner and instills an understanding of Apple apps. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Develop practical skills in Swift programming, Xcode, and SwiftUI. ● Learn to work around the database, file handling, and networking while building apps. ● Utilize the capabilities of mobile hardware to include sound, images, and videos. ● Bring machine learning capabilities using the Core ML framework. ● Integrate features such as App Gestures and Core Location into iOS applications. ● Utilize mobile design patterns and maintain a clean coding style. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book is ideal for beginners in programming, students, and professionals interested in learning how to program in iOS, use various developer tools, and create Apple apps. Working knowledge of any programming language is an advantage but not required. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Getting Started with Xcode 2. Swift Fundamentals 3. Classes, Struct, and Enumerations 4. Protocols, Extensions, and Error Handling 5. TabBar, TableView, and CollectionView 6. User Interface Design with SwiftUI 7. Database with SQLite and Core Data 8. File Handling in iOS 9. App Gesture Recognizers in iOS 10. Core Location with MapKit 11. Camera And Photo Library 12. Machine Learning with Core ML 13. Networking in iOS Apps 14. Mobile App Patterns and Architectures 15. Publish iOS App on App Store




Beginning IOS 12 & Swift App Development: Develop IOS Apps with Xcode 10, Swift 4, Core ML 2, Arkit 2 and More


Book Description

In this book, we take you on a fun, hands-on and pragmatic journey to learning iOS12 application development using Swift. You'll start building your first iOS app within minutes. Every section is written in a bite-sized manner and straight to the point as I don't want to waste your time (and most certainly mine) on the content you don't need. In the end, you will have the skills to create an app and submit it to the app store. In the course of this book, we will cover: Chapter 1 - Working with Xcode and Swift to build a BMI calculator app. Chapter 2 - Build a Quotes app using Table View Chapter 3 - Create a To Do List app where we create, read, update and delete to-do items Chapter 4 - Implement data persistency to our To Do List app using Core Data Chapter 5 - Improve our To Do List app by adding images and implementing swipe deletion Chapter 6 - Build a cryptocurrency price tracker app which retrieves prices via an API Chapter 7 - Build a image detection app using machine learning with Core ML 2 and Create ML Chapter 8 - Create an Augmented Reality app with ARKit Chapter 9 - Publish our app on to the App store The goal of this book is to teach you iOS development in a manageable way without overwhelming you. We focus only on the essentials and cover the material in a hands-on practice manner for you to code along. About the Reader No previous knowledge on iOS development required, but you should have basic programming knowledge. About the Author Greg Lim is a technologist and author of several programming books. Greg has many years in teaching programming in tertiary institutions and he places special emphasis on learning by doing.




Learn iOS Application Development


Book Description

Explore the complex app development concepts for iOS application programming with fun and ease. KEY FEATURES ● In-depth knowledge with practical examples on how to develop professional iOS apps. ● Includes coverage on the entire iOS application development, right from designing the UI to application deployment. ● Get to know more about machine learning and augmented reality, and their impact on iOS apps. DESCRIPTION Grab this book if you want to make Apps for Apple’s iOS devices and that too efficiently like a skilled developer. This book covers the complete development of iOS applications, right from concepts of designing an application to adding machine learning capabilities in the applications. You will learn and practice the App development environment with Xcode and Swift programming. Concepts like different types of views and UI components, data manipulations, animations, different iOS screen views, and integrating web services are covered in detail with examples. You will also learn the popular machine learning technology and fascinating features like Augmented Reality to be put into use in your app. You will learn to run automated application testing, use SwiftUI, and deploy applications on the network. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Build strong familiarity with the entire application development environment. ● Revive essential coding concepts and methods of Swift and Xcode. ● Simplify integration of iOS apps with web services, including JSON and XML decoding. ● Learn to work with iOS ARKit and add the experience of augmented reality to applications. ● Work with popular SwiftUI, XCTest, and a growing machine learning library, CoreML. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book caters to mobile developers, application developers, and students who want to build sound proficiency in the entire process of iOS Application development. Knowing basic programming concepts would be good, although not mandatory. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. iOS App Development Environment 2. Swift Programming Language 3. User Interface and Data Handling 4. Different Views in iOS Devices 5. Image and Animation 6. Multi-View Application and Navigation 7. Data Persistence for iOS Devices 8. Integration with Web Services 9. Augmented Reality 10. Machine Learning 11. App Testing and Deployment 12. SwiftUI




Mastering iOS 14 Programming


Book Description

Become a professional iOS developer with the most in-depth and advanced guide to Swift 5.3, Xcode 12.4, ARKit 4, Core ML, and iOS 14’s new features Key FeaturesExplore the world of iOS app development through practical examplesUnderstand core iOS programming concepts such as Core Data, networking, and the Combine frameworkExtend your iOS apps by adding augmented reality and machine learning capabilities, widgets, App Clips, Dark Mode, and animationsBook Description Mastering iOS 14 development isn’t a straightforward task, but this book can help you do just that. With the help of Swift 5.3, you’ll not only learn how to program for iOS 14 but also be able to write efficient, readable, and maintainable Swift code that reflects industry best practices. This updated fourth edition of the iOS 14 book will help you to build apps and get to grips with real-world app development flow. You’ll find detailed background information and practical examples that will help you get hands-on with using iOS 14's new features. The book also contains examples that highlight the language changes in Swift 5.3. As you advance through the chapters, you'll see how to apply Dark Mode to your app, understand lists and tables, and use animations effectively. You’ll then create your code using generics, protocols, and extensions and focus on using Core Data, before progressing to perform network calls and update your storage and UI with the help of sample projects. Toward the end, you'll make your apps smarter using machine learning, streamline the flow of your code with the Combine framework, and amaze users by using Vision framework and ARKit 4.0 features. By the end of this iOS development book, you’ll be able to build apps that harness advanced techniques and make the best use of iOS 14’s features. What you will learnBuild a professional iOS application using Xcode 12.4 and Swift 5.3Create impressive new widgets for your apps with iOS 14Extend the audience of your app by creating an App ClipImprove the flow of your code with the Combine frameworkEnhance your app by using Core LocationIntegrate Core Data to persist information in your appTrain and use machine learning models with Core MLCreate engaging augmented reality experiences with ARKit 4 and the Vision frameworkWho this book is for This book is for developers with some experience in iOS programming who want to enhance their application development skills by unlocking the full potential of the latest iOS version with Swift.




Complete IOS 12 Development Guide


Book Description

Learn to create professional-grade iOS applications for the App Store using the latest iOS 12 features and other helpful tools Key Features Explore the distinctive design principles that define the iOS user experience Train and use machine learning models with Core ML 2 and Create ML Delve into advanced animations with UIViewPropertyAnimator and UIKitDynamics Book Description With Apple users spending more money in the App Store, there are plenty of development opportunities for professional iOS developers. This Learning Path is a direct route to iOS development, which will take you through the basics and help you put principles into practice. For experienced programmers, this book will help you gain insights into the latest iOS 12 features. This book is also useful for beginners who want to gain expertise in iOS development. You'll start with an introduction to iOS development, Xcode, and Swift. To give your app the edge, you'll get up to speed with advanced iOS topics, such as gestures and animations. Next, you will understand the latest Swift 4.2 and iOS 12 developments by incorporating new features, such as the latest in notifications, custom-UI notifications, maps, and recent additions in SiriKit. With these tools, you'll be able to write efficient, readable, and maintainable Swift code that maintains industry best practices. By the end of the book, you will have the confidence to build iOS 12 applications that harness advanced techniques and make the best use of the latest features. This Learning Path includes content from the following Packt products: iOS 12 Programming for Beginners - Third Edition by Craig Clayton Mastering iOS 12 Programming - Third Edition by Donny Wals What you will learn Build a responsive user interface (UI) and add privacy to your custom-rich notifications Set up SiriKit to add voice for Siri shortcuts Integrate iMessage, Siri, and more in your app through app extensions Use TestFlight to collect feedback before releasing your apps on the App Store Use Auto Layout to create complex layouts that look visually appealing on any device Enhance your app by building your own profiling tools Create engaging augmented reality experiences with ARKit 2 Who this book is for If you are completely new to Swift, iOS, or programming and want to become an expert in developing iOS applications, this Learning Path is for you. You'll also find this Learning Path useful if you're an experienced programmer looking to explore the latest iOS 12 features.




Ultimate iOS App Development Guide


Book Description

TAGLINE Build Your Dream iOS Apps: A Project-Based Learning Approach KEY FEATURES ● Gain a thorough understanding of core iOS development concepts and techniques, with a focus on practical application. ● Build five end-to-end iOS applications, including a to-do list app, a weather app, a fitness tracker with HealthKit, and an image recognition app with Core ML, to apply your skills in real-world scenarios. ● Understand the complete process of testing, debugging, and deploying your apps to the App Store, preparing you for real-world deployment. DESCRIPTION Ultimate iOS App Development Guide is your gateway to the dynamic world of iOS App development and guides you through the core concepts and techniques essential for iOS app creation. Each chapter delves into crucial components of iOS development, with clear explanations and practical examples to apply your knowledge in real-world scenarios. Structured into 10 chapters, the book begins with fundamental concepts, providing a solid foundation for beginners. Each subsequent chapter builds on this foundation with practical projects, blending theoretical iOS and Swift concepts with hands-on implementation. These carefully selected projects are designed to develop your application development skills, whether you're a novice or looking to deepen your expertise. This book serves as a robust resource, supporting your growth as an iOS developer. You'll create exciting projects that range from a simple to-do list app to advanced projects like HealthKit and Core ML integration, helping you grasp specific concepts thoroughly. The book also covers the app distribution process to the App Store, making it a comprehensive resource for both budding developers and seasoned professionals looking to broaden their expertise. WHAT WILL YOU LEARN ● Gain an overview of the iOS development ecosystem, including tools, frameworks, and key concepts. ● Learn the process of setting up your development environment and creating your first iOS app. ● Master the fundamental syntax and features of Swift programming language. ● Develop a fully functional to-do list app, learning core iOS development practices and UI design principles. ● Understand how to work with APIs by building a weather app that fetches real-time data. ● Explore how to integrate popular social media platforms into your app, allowing users to share content seamlessly. ● Build a fitness tracking app using HealthKit, learning to work with health data and sensors. ● Discover machine learning on iOS by creating an image recognition app with Core ML and Vision frameworks. ● Learn best practices for testing and debugging your apps, and understand the process of deploying your app to the App Store. ● Dive into advanced iOS development topics to enhance your skills and tackle more complex projects. WHO IS THIS BOOK FOR? This book is tailored for budding iOS developers seeking a solid foundation, senior developers aiming to broaden their expertise, or mobile app architects looking to deepen their skills in iOS app development. This book bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application, making it a valuable resource for those aspiring to excel in the iOS domain. A basic understanding of programming concepts and familiarity with macOS would be a plus to understand this book better. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction to iOS Development 2. Getting Started with iOS App Development 3. Swift Programming Language Basics 4. Building a To-Do List App 5. Developing a Weather App 6. Integrating Social Media 7. Creating Fitness Tracking App Using HealthKit 8. Building an Image Recognition App Using Core ML and VisionKit 9. Testing, Debugging, and Deployment 10. Advance Concepts Index




iOS 17 App Development for Beginners


Book Description

Learn iOS app development from scratch and build your dream app KEY FEATURES ● Experience the cutting-edge capabilities of Xcode 15 and Swift 5.9 with this enhanced edition, unraveling the latest features. ● Embark on an exciting journey into the world of iOS programming while enjoying the process of building your very own iOS apps. ● Uncover the exciting advancements in iOS 17, including SwiftData, ActivityKit, SwiftUI, CoreML, and the Symbol Framework. DESCRIPTION “iOS 17 App Development for Beginners” is a definitive guide to building iOS apps with Swift. This book teaches the fundamentals of Swift, laying the foundation for future app development. It covers how to develop user interfaces for iOS apps using SwiftUI and UIKit and how to write code for views, view controllers, and data managers. The book also teaches using Core Data, Swift Data, and SQLite for database storage. Additionally, it covers essential Apple technologies and frameworks, such as Core Location and MapKit for GPS tracking, Camera and Photo Library for image storage, CI/CD, and Core ML for machine learning and artificial intelligence solutions. After completing this book, you will have a solid grasp of Swift app development and successfully publish your apps to the App Store. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Explore the enhancements in the Swift programming language. ● Discover how to seamlessly integrate and manage complex data models using SwiftData and Core Data. ● Take a deep dive into the declarative and intuitive SwiftUI framework. ● Learn how to integrate machine learning with Core ML into your apps. ● Integrate ActivityKit to create engaging and interactive experiences within your iOS 17 apps. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book is an excellent resource for anyone who wants to learn how to program in Swift and develop applications for the iOS platform. Whether you are a beginner, a student, or a professional, this book will teach you the basics of Swift and how to use it to create your apps. No prior programming experience is necessary, but some familiarity with other programming languages will be helpful. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Getting Started with Xcode 2. Swift Fundamentals 3. Class, Structure, and Enumerations 4. Protocols, Extensions, and Error Handling 5. Automatic Reference Counting and Memory Safety 6. Implementing iOS 17 Architecture 7. User Interface Design with UIKit 8. User Interface Design with SwiftUI 9. Concurrency in Swift and SwiftUI 10. Storing Data with SQLite and Core Data 11. File Handling in iOS 12. Core Location with MapKit 13. Camera and Photo Library 14. Multithreading in iOS 15. Networking in iOS Apps 16. Mobile App Architectures, Patterns, and Anti-Patterns 17. Publish iOS App on the Apple App Store 18. Continuous Integration and Delivery with Xcode Cloud 19. Advance iOS with New Frameworks




Beginning ARKit for iPhone and iPad


Book Description

Explore how to use ARKit to create iOS apps and learn the basics of augmented reality while diving into ARKit specific topics. This book reveals how augmented reality allows you to view the screen on an iOS device, aim the camera at a nearby scene, and view both the real items in that scene as well as a graphic image overlaid on to that scene. You’ll start by accessing the camera and teaching your app to track the world around its device. You'll then see how to position nodes and create augmented reality shapes and textures. Next you’ll have your creations interact with their environment by programming workable physics, detecting planes, measuring distance, and applying virtual force. Finally you’ll learn how to hit test and troubleshoot your applications to ensure they interact with the real world around them seamlessly. ARKit is Apple’s software framework for creating augmented reality apps on iOS devices such as the iPhone and iPad. Unlike virtual reality that creates an entirely artificial world for the user to view and explore, Beginning ARKit for iPhone and iPad will show you how augmented reality places artificial items in an actual scene displayed by an iOS device’s camera. What You’ll Learn Access the camera Use ARKit’s hit testing for tracked geometry Apply and combine real world and virtual physics Who This Book Is For Programmers familiar with the basics of Swift programming who want to dive into developing iOS applications with Swift.