iOS 17 Programming for Beginners: Unlock the world of iOS development with Swift 5.9, Xcode 15, and iOS 17 – your path to App Store success

I'm almost done with the book, 2 chapters left, and I learned how to write an IOS app both ways, one using the designer interface and the other in pure code. Without this book, I would still be clueless and would have never got the kick start that I needed. The book is very hard to follow, and writing out the code examples became more and more difficult as I progressed through the book, to the point where my code didn't match up in certain spots and I had to cheat and use the GitHub code to fix my code. Without the book, I would have never learned the rules to IOS, the nomenclature of the parts or components, and the details in what is possible with storing data on a phone, or using a cloud data source. For me, I spent 5 Sundays with the book, and it would take me about 7 Sundays to complete the lessons. There are a couple of typos in the book; mistakes, and some parts are misleading in the Map section. So when I started my ambition to write a phone app, being nudged by my friends, I was going to order about 3 books, one being a Cookbook, but refrained and just ordered this one, which was the right choice after all. I'm not about to try another book to learn, and spend more time learning using this method, so I can't comment on other books on this subject, for I'm going straight to code and will start building my app next week.

Love this book. It's a thick one and I highly recommend it. I started out with next to no knowledge of programming. I bought a book that showed me how to make a few quick apps but it was this book that went into extended detail to explain concepts like data types. I could say more but long reviews are annoying. I'm a beginner who gained a lot of confidence to keep at it because of this book. That's all you really need to know.

I am teaching myself IOS Programming, Swift, and Swift UI. I have been studying for about a year now. This book covers just about everything you will need to know to get started in coding for IOS. It has all of the latest code updates reflecting Apple's latest Swift releast of 5.9 (at the time of writing). This includes a section on SwiftData which is the new version of CoreData. The beginning section on the basics of the Swift Language is fantastic, easy to read and a lot of color diagrams. My only complaint with the book is that it spends a lot of time on the older UIKit concepts and not a lot on Apple's newer framework of SwiftUI. With that said, there is nothing wrong with learning UIKit as there are a lot of companies that ONLY program UIKit...Most professional coders will need to know both UIKit and SwiftUI. Both work with IOS and at some point you should be at least familiar with UIKit. SwiftUI does not do everything and many times you still need UIKit. If this book had more data on SwiftUI I would of been thrilled with it and given it 5 stars instead of 4. Note, that the title includes the word "Beginning". Not one book can cover every aspect of the IOS Programming knowledge base. This is indeed a good book to begin with and there are a lot of other books, online courses as well as Apple's own site and documentation that you can augment your knowledge with. I hope this review helps you as you shop for books.

This book provides an excellent foundation for learning iOS development, taking the reader from all the things needed to get started (Xcode, a developer account, learning Swift) all the way through to finally getting an app tested and then submitted to and accepted by the App Store. The technical emphasis is on UIKit with only a single chapter each devoted to SwiftData and SwiftUI, but for those with the goal of getting a job as an iOS developer or QA engineer, that's appropriate, because there is a huge body of Core Data and Firebase and UIKit code out there. The examples and exercises and pedagogy are well thought out, and the layering of skills is nicely done. There's even a great chapter on visionOS, so the reader will have a solid understanding of modern iOS frameworks. While I would have liked to have seen more mention of version control and unit testing, those are generally not beginner topics, and the book takes no unnecessary detours. Overall, this is one of the best books on iOS development I've come across, and I look forward to more from Ahmad Sahar.

Let me start off by saying I have some rudimentary programming experience and, wanting to learn Swift, this seemed like a good place to start. The book starts off easy enough. The lessons are basic and the walkthroughs are helpful. Unfortunately, when I got to chapter 6 (of 27), things started to go off the rails. There are lines of code introduced that have no explanation and, as a true beginner in Swift, are very puzzling. I followed the "for more information" links, but they only take the reader to the Apple created Swift Programming Language reference site, which is a kind of online Swift encyclopedia. And if you're a beginner looking to set your head spinning, this is the site to visit! So I guess I have to look for "more basic than beginner" literature to get up to speed, because this book lost me early on.

This book is incredibly beginner-friendly. It makes minimal assumptions about our prior knowledge to ios development. It's packed with examples pertinent to a wide range of topics we work on in the field. I like to go through this book every few versions because the author does an awesome job including updates on new features to swift and the language has changed so quickly it can be difficult to keep up with it. I dont want to spend too much time going over the basics but trust me he includes plenty of info on everything ranging from simple object types to architecture (MVC). Its basic enough for someone with no experience to follow along and draft up their first app with. The most anticipated part of this book is the section on visionOS. This is the latest swift library and has a lot of hype around it because its the newest hardware peripheral to apple since the watch. If you follow along in this book you will actually have built an app thats compatible with the new apple vision pro and I feel like this update alone is worth getting the book for. Overall 5 star book and I had a great time with it.

It's a detailed IOS programming book, It has all that you need to start with iOS. Nevertheless, I would recommend considering learning on YouTube, it's for free and it's not necessary to buy a book to learn the basics, you can use chat GPT for the basic learning process too. Once you get a better understanding of iOS or coding in general invest in one course or book that complements what you have learned so far. I have 10 years of experience on iOS and I learned using only free resources because I didn't have any money at that time (junior developer), but if you can afford this book is a good option. Just remember that all in it will be deprecated in less than 6 months, the iOS development is changing super fast.

The author provides a clear and structured approach, making complex concepts accessible to beginners. The book covers the fundamental principles of Swift, the intricacies of Xcode 15, and the latest features introduced in iOS 17. The hands-on examples and exercises are thoughtfully designed, allowing readers to apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios. While the landscape of iOS development is dynamic, iOS 17 Programming for Beginners appears to be a valuable resource for anyone seeking a comprehensive and up-to-date guide to kickstart their journey into iOS app development.

Sometimes, as a iOS developer you don't know what to recommend, as a gentle introduction, to colleagues who take their first steps into the world of app creation. I'm always on the lookout for resources that strike the right balance between depth and accessibility. "iOS 17 Programming for Beginners," By Ahmad Sahar, the eighth edition in its series, is one such resource I've come across that serves as an excellent starting point for those new to the field. The book is thoughtfully updated with the latest features of iOS 17, macOS 14.0 Sonoma, and Xcode 15, making it a timely and relevant guide for budding developers. It revolves around building "JRNL," a journal app that not only teaches in a practical way the technical skills necessary for an entry in iOS development. What sets this book apart is its immersive approach to Xcode—Apple’s IDE. The guided gradual exploration of the Swift programming language allows even those with a modest programming background to grasp the complexities of Swift, a language that, in the hands of a novice, can often be daunting. The progression through the book is logical and well-structured, with readers first learning to construct a user interface with storyboards and segues, before diving into the mechanics of table views, data handling, maps and location services. The step-by-step approach to adding functionality like JSON data persistence, custom views, and media integration is commendable. It respects a gradual learning curve without oversimplifying the process. The book encourages readers to refine their apps and expand their knowledge digging deeper and starting to familiarise with other source of information. This book provides at least an initial steps level coverage of cutting-edge features like SwiftData and SwiftUI, as well as an introduction to visionOS—Apple's newest venture into augmented reality computing. The final chapters are dedicated to an often-overlooked but crucial aspect of app development—the testing and App Store submission process. This demystifies the journey from development to deployment, a path that many new developers find intimidating. In my professional opinion, "iOS 17 Programming for Beginners" is more than just an instructional manual; it's a comprehensive companion for those starting their journey in iOS development. I confidently recommend it to my junior colleagues, as I believe it will give them a gentle introduction that won't turn them down from their initial steps.

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The book builds a complete app from scratch. Each chapter adds a new feature and introduces you to new concepts. Do not skip any chapter and make sure you re-read each chapter. Must follow the instructions to build the app yourself in Xcode. By the time you finish the book you'll be confident enough to build your own app and publish it in app store.