Hacking with Swift 2 - Beginner to Pro - Build 20 Apps

Learn iOS App Development with Swift: Build 20 Apps from Scratch

This comprehensive course guides you through the exciting world of iOS app development using Swift, Apple's powerful and modern programming language. Even if you're a complete beginner, you'll be creating functional apps in no time!

What You'll Learn:

• Swift Fundamentals: Master the core Swift language, starting with variables and progressing to creating custom functions and more. We use clear explanations, diagrams, and highlighting to ensure complete understanding.
• Xcode Mastery: Navigate Xcode 7 with confidence, understanding its features and attributes.
• Storyboard Design: Learn to build intuitive user interfaces using Storyboards, including working with controls, outlets, and actions.
• Logic & Control Flow: Implement robust app logic using various control flow techniques for smooth user experiences.
• Navigation & Data Passing: Utilize segues to navigate between screens and effectively pass data within your iOS applications, both in Storyboards and programmatically.
• Delegates & Protocols: Understand and implement delegates and protocols for flexible and scalable app design.
• Multimedia Integration: Add engaging audio and animations to your apps.
• String Manipulation: Become proficient in working with strings in Swift.
• Timers & Scheduling: Utilize the NSTimer class for timed events and background tasks.
• UI Components: Learn to effectively use UIStackView for layout management.
• Safari View Controller: Integrate the new Safari View Controller for seamless web content display.
• Core Image: Apply image processing techniques with Core Image.
• Core Data: Manage and persist data using Core Data.
• Slide-Out Controllers: Implement slide-out controllers for settings pages and other data panels.
• Debugging Techniques: Master essential debugging techniques to quickly identify and resolve issues.
• Core Spotlight: Integrate your app with Core Spotlight for enhanced discoverability.
• iAds Integration: Learn how to monetize your apps with iAds.
• Swift Classes: Explore and utilize the vast array of Swift classes available.
• iCloud Integration: Build apps that seamlessly sync data with iCloud.
• Push Notifications: Implement push notifications to engage users and deliver timely updates.
• SpriteKit & Game Development: Create a Flappy Bird clone in under an hour using SpriteKit – a great introduction to game development on iOS.
• Sketch 3 for UI Design: Learn Sketch 3, the industry-standard UI design tool.
• Autolayout (Beginner & Advanced): Master Autolayout, including creating constraints using VFL (Value Format Language) for responsive designs.
• JSON Data Handling: Learn how to work with JSON data in Swift for data exchange.

Course Features:

• 30+ Hours of HD Video: Detailed, step-by-step video tutorials covering all aspects of iOS app development.
• Project-Based Learning: Build 20 progressively complex apps, reinforcing your skills with hands-on experience.
• Expert Instruction: Learn from the award-winning Paul Hudson of HackingWithSwift.com.
• Clear Explanations: Code is explained in detail with callouts, highlighting, and annotations to ensure understanding.
• Beginner-Friendly: No prior programming experience is required.
• Advanced Techniques: Suitable for intermediate and experienced developers looking to expand their skills, including advanced Autolayout with VFL.

Become an iOS Developer:

This course provides a clear, easy-to-follow path to becoming an iOS developer. By the end, you'll have a solid foundation in Swift and the tools you need to build and deploy your own apps to the App Store. Start building your dream app today!