November 2014
Intermediate to advanced
196 pages
4h 22m
English
Overview
Discover the power of Bluetooth Low Energy and iBeacon technology with "Learning iBeacon" by Craig Gilchrist. This book teaches iOS developers how to design and develop applications that use proximity sensing and location-based services, enabling advanced user interactions and innovative app experiences.
What this Book will help me do
- Understand the fundamentals of iBeacon and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology.
- Learn to detect iBeacons and develop functionalities such as location-aware user interactions.
- Explore the iOS SDK's iBeacon-related features to build reliable and performant applications.
- Integrate iBeacons into practical use-cases such as indoor navigation and marketing automation.
- Master security considerations when working with iBeacons to ensure robust applications.
Author(s)
Craig Gilchrist is a seasoned iOS developer with years of experience creating innovative apps. His expertise in Bluetooth technologies and proximity-based solutions has led to cutting-edge applications in various industries. Craig is passionate about teaching others through clear and practical explanations, making complex concepts accessible for developers of all levels.
Who is it for?
This book is crafted for iOS developers who are eager to expand their skills into the realm of iBeacon and proximity-based technologies. Ideal readers should have a familiarity with Swift and the iOS SDK, but prior knowledge of iBeacon is not required. If you are someone looking to integrate advanced location functionalities into your apps and explore new interaction paradigms, this book is for you.
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