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Beginning Swift
on-demand course

Beginning Swift

with Brent Arnold, Joshua Moore
September 2018
Beginner
2h 45m
English
Packt Publishing
Closed Captioning available in English

Overview

In this 3-hour course, you'll explore the fundamental concepts of Swift programming. From language structure and syntax to advanced features like Unicode support and higher-order functions, this course is designed to help you build a strong foundation in Swift, preparing you to develop native applications for iOS and macOS.

What I will be able to do after this course

  • Explore the fundamental Swift programming concepts, language structure, and the Swift programming syntax
  • Learn how Swift compares to other computer languages and how to transform your thinking to leverage new concepts such as optionals and protocols
  • Master how to use key language elements, such as strings and collections
  • Grasp how Swift supports modern application development using advanced features, such as built-in Unicode support and higher-order functions

Course Instructor(s)

Brent Arnold is a software engineer with over 15 years of experience in web and mobile development. He has been teaching online for over 10 years, offering multiple published courses. Follow him on Twitter: @iBrent

Who is it for?

This course is ideal for those seeking to learn the fundamentals of Swift programming, especially those aiming to develop native applications for iOS or macOS. No prior Swift knowledge is required, though object-oriented programming experience is helpful.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781788999250