iCloud and CloudKit in iOS 12


Book Description

Learn how to use iCloud from your iOS applications. After reading this guide, you will know how to connect to the user's iCloud account, how to store the app's settings on the cloud, how to upload documents, and how to create a database with CloudKit and share information between devices. Table of Contents ICLOUD Data in the Cloud Enabling iCloud Testing Devices Key-Value Storage iCloud Documents Multiple Documents CloudKit Container Records Zones Query Operations References CloudKit Dashboard Implementing CloudKit Assets Subscriptions Batch Operations Local Cache Errors Deploy to Production This guide assumes that you have a basic knowledge of app development, Xcode, and the Swift language. You should also know how to create and display Table Views and a how to work with Core Data. For a complete course on app development for iOS, read our book iOS Apps for Masterminds. This guide is a collection of excerpts from the book iOS Apps for Masterminds. The information included in this guide will help you understand a particular aspect of app development in iOS, but it will not teach you everything you need to know to develop an app for Apple devices. If you need a complete course on app development for iOS, read our book iOS Apps for Masterminds. For more information, visit our website at www.formasterminds.com.




iOS 12 App Development Essentials


Book Description

iOS 12 App Development Essentials, the latest edition of this popular book series, has now been fully updated for the iOS 12 SDK, Xcode 10 and the Swift 4 programming language. Beginning with the basics, this book provides an outline of the steps necessary to set up an iOS development environment. An introduction to the architecture of iOS 12 and programming in Swift 4 is provided, followed by an in-depth look at the design of iOS applications and user interfaces. More advanced topics such as file handling, database management, graphics drawing and animation are also covered, as are touch screen handling, gesture recognition, multitasking, location management, local notifications, camera access and video playback support. Other features are also covered including Auto Layout, local map search, user interface animation using UIKit dynamics, Siri integration, iMessage app development, CloudKit sharing and biometric authentication. Additional features of iOS development using Xcode are also covered, including Swift playgrounds, universal user interface design using size classes, app extensions, Interface Builder Live Views, embedded frameworks, collection and stack layouts and CloudKit data storage in addition to drag and drop integration and the document browser. The key new features of iOS 12 and Xcode 10 are also covered in detail, including Siri shortcuts and the new iOS machine learning features. The aim of this book, therefore, is to teach you the skills necessary to build your own apps for iOS 12. Assuming you are ready to download the iOS 12 SDK and Xcode 10, have an Intel-based Mac and ideas for some apps to develop, you are ready to get started.




Mastering iOS 12 Programming


Book Description

Become a professional iOS developer with the most in-depth and advanced guide to Swift, Xcode 10, ARKit, and Core ML Key FeaturesExplore the extensive world of iOS development through practical examplesGain detailed insights into core iOS programming concepts such as app extensions and performanceExtend your iOS apps by adding augmented reality and machine learning capabilitiesBook Description The iOS development environment has significantly matured, and with Apple users spending more money in the App Store, there are plenty of development opportunities for professional iOS developers. However, the journey to mastering iOS development and the new features of iOS 12 is not straightforward. This book will help you make that transition smoothly and easily. With the help of Swift 4.2, you’ll not only learn how to program for iOS 12, but also how to write efficient, readable, and maintainable Swift code that maintains industry best practices. Mastering iOS 12 Programming will help you build real-world applications and reflect the real-world development flow. You will also find a mix of thorough background information and practical examples, teaching you how to start implementing your newly gained knowledge. By the end of this book, you will have got to grips with building iOS applications that harness advanced techniques and make best use of the latest and greatest features available in iOS 12. What you will learnBuild a professional iOS application using Xcode 10 and Swift 4.2Use AutoLayout to create complex layouts that look great on every deviceDelve into advanced animations with UIViewPropertyAnimator and UIKit DynamicsEnhance your app by using instruments and building your own profiling toolsIntegrate iMessage, Siri, and more in your app through app extensionsTrain and use machine learning models with Core ML 2 and Create MLCreate engaging augmented reality experiences with ARKit 2Who this book is for If you’re a developer with some experience in iOS programming and want to enhance your skills by unlocking the full potential of the latest iOS version with Swift to build great applications, this book is for you.




iCloud and CloudKit


Book Description

Learn how to use iCloud from your iOS applications. After reading this guide, you will know how to connect to the user's iCloud account, how to store the app's settings on the cloud, how to upload documents, and how to create a database with CloudKit. Table of Contents ICLOUD Data in the Cloud Enabling iCloud Testing Devices Key-Value Storage iCloud Documents Multiple Documents CloudKit Container Records Zones Query Operations CloudKit Dashboard Implementing CloudKit References Assets Subscriptions Errors Deploy to Production QUICK REFERENCE NSUbiquitousKeyValueStore UIDocument NSMetadataQuery NSMetadataItem CKContainer CKRecord CKRecordID CKRecordZone CKQuery CKDatabase CKReference CKAsset CKDatabaseSubscription CKDatabase UIApplication CKFetchDatabaseChangesOperation CKFetchRecordZoneChangesOperation CKError Notifications This guide assumes that you have a basic knowledge of app development, Xcode, and the Swift language. You should also know how to create and display Table Views. If you don't know how to program in Swift, how to work with Table Views, or how to create an application with Xcode, download our guides Introduction to Swift, Table Views and Collection Views, and Interface Builder. For a complete course on app development for iOS, read our book iOS Apps for Masterminds. This guide is a collection of excerpts from the book iOS Apps for Masterminds. The information included in this guide will help you understand a particular aspect of app development in iOS, but it will not teach you everything you need to know to develop an app for Apple devices. If you need a complete course on app development for iOS, read our book iOS Apps for Masterminds. For more information, visit our website at www.formasterminds.com.




Programming iOS 12


Book Description

If you’re grounded in the basics of Swift, Xcode, and the Cocoa framework, this book provides a structured explanation of all essential real-world iOS app components. Through deep exploration and copious code examples, you’ll learn how to create views, manipulate view controllers, and add features from iOS frameworks. Create, arrange, draw, layer, and animate views that respond to touch Use view controllers to manage multiple screens of interface Master interface classes for scroll views, table views, text, popovers, split views, web views, and controls Dive into frameworks for sound, video, maps, and sensors Access user libraries: music, photos, contacts, and calendar Explore additional topics, including files, networking, and threads Stay up-to-date on iOS 12 innovations, such as User Notification framework improvements, as well as changes in Xcode 10 and Swift 4.2. All example code is available on GitHub for you to download, study, and run. Want to brush up on the basics? Pick up iOS 12 Programming Fundamentals with Swift to learn about Swift, Xcode, and Cocoa. Together with Programming iOS 12, you’ll gain a solid, rigorous, and practical understanding of iOS 12 development.







iOS Development with Swift


Book Description

Summary iOS Development with Swift is a hands-on guide to creating apps for iPhone and iPad using the Swift language. Inside, you'll be guided through every step of the process for building an app, from first idea to App Store. This book fully covers Swift 4, Xcode 9, and iOS 1. Our video course, iOS Development with Swift in Motion, is the perfect companion to this book, featuring even more projects and examples for you to dig into in the exciting world of iOS development. Find out more at our website: www.manning.com/livevideo/ios-developmen​t-with-swift-lv Purchase of the print book includes a free eBook in PDF, Kindle, and ePub formats from Manning Publications. About the Technology One billion iPhone users are waiting for the next amazing app. It's time for you to build it! Apple's Swift language makes iOS development easier than ever, offering modern language features, seamless integration with all iOS libraries, and the top-notch Xcode development environment. And with this book, you'll get started fast. About the Book iOS Development with Swift is a hands-on guide to creating iOS apps. It takes you through the experience of building an app—from idea to App Store. After setting up your dev environment, you'll learn the basics by experimenting in Swift playgrounds. Then you'll build a simple app layout, adding features like animations and UI widgets. Along the way, you'll retrieve, format, and display data; interact with the camera and other device features; and touch on cloud and networking basics. What's Inside Create adaptive layouts Store and manage data Learn to write and debug Swift code Publish to the App Store Covers Swift 4, Xcode 9, and iOS 11 About the Reader Written for intermediate web or mobile developers. No prior experience with Swift assumed. About the Author Craig Grummitt is a successful developer, instructor, and mentor. His iOS apps have had over 100,000 downloads combined! Table of Contents PART 1 - INTRODUCING XCODE AND SWIFT Your first iOS application Introduction to Swift playgrounds Swift objects PART 2 - BUILDING YOUR INTERFACE View controllers, views, and outlets User interaction Adaptive layout More adaptive layout Keyboard notifications, animation, and scrolling PART 3 - BUILDING YOUR APP Tables and navigation Collections, searching, sorting, and tab bars Local data persistence Data persistence in iCloud Graphics and media Networking Debugging and testing PART 4 - FINALIZING YOUR APP Distributing your app What's next?




Migrating to Swift from Flash and ActionScript


Book Description

Build on your knowledge of ActionScript to take the fast track developing iOS apps with Apple’s latest language, Swift. Swift’s syntax is easier to understand than Objective-C for people already familiar with ActionScript. At the same time it offers a number of new features and richer expressiveness than both ActionScript and Objective-C. Switching to a new platform usually involves migration on three levels: tools, workflow, and programming language. This book is structured as a guide that will help you on each level with step-by-step tutorials. Apart from the tutorials, it comes with recipes for some of the most popular mobile development topics: social network integration and messaging, taking advantage of device capabilities, networking and working with local and iCloud data, advertising in your app or game, and 2D and 3D graphics. The book also includes a final chapter that takes you through Apple’s App Store submission process. Don’t just build your apps, sell them. What You Will Learn: Expand your development knowledge to native iOS programming with Swift Use the latest Xcode 7 IDE Migrate your existing ActionScript projects to Swift Create advanced UI, leverage the device hardware, integrate with social networks, take advantage of 2D and 3D graphics Diagnose your app quickly with Xcode’s debugger and instruments Prepare and submit our iOS app in Apple’s App Store Who This Book is For: Migrating to Swift from Flash and ActionScript is for Flash and Adobe AIR developers who want to move on to native iOS programming with the latest Apple Swift language. It’s for the seasoned ActionScript programmer who is looking to add another language and platform to their tool belt quickly. Migrating to Swift from Flash and ActionScript is a good choice for developers who learn by doing and don’t have time to read thick manuals and books for beginners in order to start programming in a new language.




Learning Swift


Book Description

Get hands-on experience with Apple’s Swift programming language by building real working apps. With this practical guide, skilled programmers with little or no knowledge of Apple development will learn how to code with Swift 2 by developing three complete, tightly linked versions of the Notes application for the OS X, iOS, and watchOS platforms. In the process, you’ll learn Swift’s fundamentals, including its syntax and features, along with the basics of the Cocoa, CocoaTouch, and WatchKit frameworks. This book teaches you how to use common design patterns for Swift, how to structure an application for Apple’s platforms, and how to submit working apps to the App Store. Divided into four distinct parts, this book includes: Swift 2 basics: Learn Swift’s features for object-oriented development, as well as various developer tools OS X app development: Set up your app, work with its documents, and build out its features iOS app development: Use multimedia, contacts, location, notifications, and iCloud files to build a fully featured iOS Notes app Advanced app extensions: Support Apple Watch and learn how to debug, monitor, and test all three of your Swift apps




iOS Apps for Masterminds 4th Edition


Book Description

Learn how to create apps for iOS 12 before anyone else. This is the first book to teach you how to work with Swift 4.2, Xcode 10, iOS 12 and the new APIs introduced by Apple iOS Apps for Masterminds leads the reader step by step to master the complex subjects required to create applications for iPhones and iPads. After reading this book, you will know how to program in Swift, how to design user interfaces, and how to work with the most powerful frameworks available for the construction of modern applications. This book is a complete course that will teach you how to build insanely great applications from scratch. Every chapter explores both basic and complicated concepts of computer programming, the Swift language, and app development. The information is supported by functional examples that guide beginners and experts through the most fundamental frameworks included in the iOS SDK. The examples are distributed throughout the book in a specific order to gradually introduce complex topics and make them accessible to everyone. The goal of iOS Apps for Masterminds is to make you familiar with the most advanced technologies for app development. It was designed to prepare you for the future and was written for the genius inside you, for Masterminds. This book includes: Introduction to Swift 4.2 Swift Paradigm Foundation Framework UIKit Framework Auto Layout Size Classes Navigation Controllers Scroll Views Stack Views Table Views Collection Views Split View Controller Alert Views Notifications Files Archiving Core Data iCloud CloudKit Core Graphics and Quartz 2D Core Animation AVFoundation Camera and Photos Library Web Kit Views Gesture Recognizers Timers Operation Queues Error Handling Image and Video Internationalization ...and more! iOS app development with iOS 12, Xcode 10 and Swift 4.2 App development, Swift programming, Create apps, Create app, iPhone apps, Build app, Swift language, develop application, Objective-C, Apple development, iOS development, iOS Apps, Program apps.