Learn Objective-C and its latest release, and learn how to mix Swift with it. You have a great idea for an app, but how do you bring it to fruition? With Objective-C, the universal language of iPhone, iPad, and Mac apps.

Using a hands-on approach, you'll learn how to think in programming terms, how to use Objective-C to construct program logic, and how to synthesize it all into working apps. Gary Bennett, an experienced app developer and trainer, will guide you on your journey to becoming a successful app developer. Along the way you'll discover the flexibility of Apple’s developer tools

If you're looking to take the first step towards App Store success, Objective-C for Absolute Beginners, Third edition is the place to start.

What You'll Learn

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  Understand the fundamentals of computer programming: variables, design data structures, and work with file systems

  
  


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  Examine the logic of object-oriented programming: howto use classes, objects, and methods

  
  


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  Install Xcode and write programs in Objective-C

  
  


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  Make OS X applications and iOS apps that do cool stuff

  
  




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  Who This Book Is For

  
  


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  Anyone who wants to learn to develop apps for the iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Watch using the Objective-C programming language. No previous programming experience is necessary.