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Delve into Swift programming for mobile app development, covering data types, OOP, logic, file management, and error handling. Gain foundational knowledge to advance in Apple platforms.

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Swift is a modern and intuitive programming language that ranks among the top programming languages for mobile app development. Originally developed by Apple, Swift is now the recommended programming language for developing apps for all Apple platforms including iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS. If you plan to write an app for an Apple device, you will need to learn to program in Swift. In this course, you will cover topics ranging from basic data types, constants and variables, arrays, dictionaries, object-oriented programming, logic and control flow, file and file system management, and error handling. On completion of this course, you will have sufficient foundational knowledge of Swift programming to begin learning other areas of Apple-based app development such as SwiftUI.

Swift is a modern and intuitive programming language that ranks among the top programming languages for mobile app development. ...Show More

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Understand the origins of the Swift programming language

Learn the fundamentals of writing code in Swift

Gain experience writing well structured, object-oriented code

Become a proficient Swift programmer

Understand the origins of the Swift programming language

TAKEAWAY SKILLS

Swift

Mobile App Development

Content

36 Lessons26 Quizzes

Welcome to Swift

2 Lessons

Get familiar with Swift's origins, its syntax, and introductory coding practices.

History of Swift

Learning Swift - First Steps

Swift Types, Constants, and Variables

6 Lessons

Unpack the core of Swift's types, constants, variables, and their practical applications.

Understanding Types, Variables, and Constants

Numerical Data Types

Character and String Data Types

Swift Tuple Type

Swift Optional Type

Type Casting and Type Checking

Swift Operators and Expressions

3 Lessons

Break apart Swift's operators and expressions for data manipulation, logical evaluations, and control flow.

Operators and Expressions

Range Operators

Bitwise Operators

Swift Control Flow

3 Lessons

Break down complex ideas on loops, conditional statements, and switch cases for streamlined control flow.

Looping Control Flow

Conditional Control Flow

Swift Switch Statement

Swift Functions, Methods, and Closures

2 Lessons

Take a closer look at Swift functions, methods, and closures to improve coding efficiency.

Functions and Methods

Closure Expressions

Swift Object-Oriented Programming

5 Lessons

Focus on Swift object-oriented principles, self keyword, properties, protocols, subclassing, and extensions.

Swift Object-Oriented Programming Overview

Using Self in Swift

Computed and Lazy Properties

Swift Protocols and Opaque Return Types

Subclassing and Extensions

Swift Structures and Enumerations

2 Lessons

Master the steps to utilize Swift structures and enumerations effectively in app development.

Swift Structures

Swift Enumerations

Swift Property Wrappers

1 Lessons

Get familiar with Swift Property Wrappers to enhance code efficiency and reuse behavior.

An Introduction to Swift Property Wrappers

Swift Array and Dictionary Collections

2 Lessons

Solve challenges with Swift's robust array and dictionary data collections.

Swift Arrays

Swift Dictionary Collections

10.

Swift Error Handling

1 Lessons

Gain a foundational understanding of Swift error handling, crucial for resilient app development.

Understanding Error Handling in Swift

11.

Working with Files and Directories in Swift

3 Lessons

Break down the steps to manage directories and files using Swift's FileManager and FileHandle classes.

Working with Directories in Swift

Working with Files in Swift using FileManager

Working with Files in Swift Using FileHandle

12.

Continuing Your Journey into Swift

5 Lessons

Take a closer look at advancing Swift skills, Apple Developer Program, Xcode, Playgrounds, and further learning.

Next Steps

Joining the Apple Developer Program

Installing Xcode

An Introduction to Xcode 12 Playgrounds

The End...?

13.

Appendix

1 Lessons

Tackle Swift resources, tools, guides, and essential reading for mobile app development.

Useful Resources

Certificate of Completion

Showcase your accomplishment by sharing your certificate of completion.

Course Author:

Neil Smyth

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