Overview

Step into the advanced realm of iOS 17 with a course designed to elevate your app development skills. Begin by mastering MapKit, where you'll learn to integrate interactive maps with custom markers, control camera views, manage map content, and implement search and user location tracking. Explore advanced map features like Look Around and directions to provide comprehensive map-based solutions in your apps. Advance your skills with a deep dive into iOS notifications. From leveraging Notification Center and handling system notifications to customizing user notifications with media attachments, you'll gain a thorough understanding of notification management. Learn to group notifications, provide summaries, and add interactive actions, ensuring users stay engaged with your app. Next, integrate iCloud for robust data storage solutions, learning to manage key-value storage, iCloud documents, and metadata queries. Develop skills in handling single and multiple documents in the cloud, ensuring data accessibility and synchronization across devices. Delve into framework integration with UIKit components, and explore web content management with Safari View Controller and WebKit, enriching your app with dynamic web experiences. Finally, focus on media handling, creating custom camera interfaces, integrating video players, and utilizing the Photos Picker. Learn to build multiplatform applications with SwiftUI, adapting your code for macOS and understanding scene management. Localize your app for global markets using string catalogs, and navigate the App Store submission process from certificate management to final publication. This course is designed for intermediate to advanced iOS developers who want to master iOS 17 features, including MapKit integration, notification management, and iCloud data storage solutions. It's perfect for those looking to enhance their skills in framework integration, media handling, multiplatform application development with SwiftUI, and the App Store submission process.

Syllabus

MapKit (Updated to iOS 17)

In this module, we will delve into the integration of MapKit in your SwiftUI app, focusing on creating interactive and customizable maps. You'll learn how to handle various map content, implement search capabilities, and display user locations to provide a rich mapping experience.

Notifications (Updated to iOS 17)

In this module, we will explore the comprehensive use of notifications in iOS 17, including setting up Notification Center, handling system and user notifications, and enriching notifications with media and interactive elements. You'll also learn about grouping and summarizing notifications to improve user engagement.

iCloud (Updated to iOS 17)

In this module, we will focus on utilizing iCloud for data storage and synchronization in your iOS app. You'll learn the basics of key-value storage, handle iCloud documents efficiently, and explore metadata querying to enhance document management.

Framework Integration (Updated to iOS 17)

In this module, we will learn how to integrate UIKit components into your SwiftUI app using Representable Views and View Controllers. This integration allows you to leverage the strengths of both frameworks, creating a more versatile and feature-rich application.

Web (Updated to iOS 17)

In this module, we will explore various ways to integrate web content into your SwiftUI app. From managing hyperlinks to embedding web views with WebKit, and incorporating the Safari View Controller, you'll provide users with seamless access to web content.

Media (Updated to iOS 17)

In this module, we will dive into media handling in your SwiftUI app. You'll learn to implement the Photos Picker and Camera for media selection and capture, build custom interfaces for a unique user experience, and manage and share media content efficiently.

Multiplatform Applications (Updated to iOS 17)

In this module, we will cover the essentials of creating multiplatform applications using SwiftUI. You'll learn to develop macOS apps, write conditional code for cross-platform compatibility, and customize macOS-specific UI elements to enhance the user experience.

Internationalization - Localization - String Catalogs (iOS 17)

In this module, we will focus on preparing your app for international audiences through localization. You'll learn to adjust the UI for different languages, manage translations with Xcode's string catalogs, and ensure a smooth and culturally appropriate user experience.

App Store (Updated to iOS 17)

In this module, we will guide you through the process of preparing your app for the App Store. From managing developer program enrollment and designing app icons to navigating App Store Connect and submitting your app, you'll learn the essential steps for a successful launch.