Creating the Project

As in Chapter 2, “Kicking the Tires,” you’ll start with a command-line project. Start Xcode and click Create a new Xcode project, or select File → New → New Project. . . (Image N). In the New Project assistant sheet, select an OS X Command Line Tool, and name the tool passer-rating; for Type, once again choose C.

Another difference: When you are shown the get-file sheet to select the location for the new project, check the box labeled Create git repository on, and select My Mac. Git is a version-control system, an essential part of modern development. You’ll learn all about it in Chapter 7, “Version Control,” but now is the time ...

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