iOS 8 programming fundamentals with Swift : Xcode and Cocoa basics

Get a clear view of iOS 8's fundamental building blocks, including Xcode 6, Cocoa Touch, and Swift--Apple's new programming language.

Completely rewritten for Swift, this practical guide helps you learn the new language, understand how to use Apple's development tools, and discover how Cocoa provides the underlying functionality iOS apps need to have.

It's ideal whether you're getting started with iOS development, or want a firmer grasp of the basics.Once you master the fundamentals, you'll be ready to tackle the details of iOS app development with author Matt Neuburg's companion guide, "Programming iOS 8."Explore Apple's Swift multi-paradigm programming languageTour the lifecycle of an Xcode project, from inception to App StoreDiscover how to build interfaces with nibs and the nib editorUse Cocoa's event-driven model and major design patterns