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Beginner module

iOS Foundations

Build a clear mental model of native iOS development, Xcode, project structure, and the application lifecycle before learning Swift syntax in depth.

4 lessonsAbout 24 minutes
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Module outcomes

Start with the platform, not scattered syntax.

These lessons establish the vocabulary and development cycle used throughout the rest of the iOS path.

  • Understand the native iOS toolchain.
  • Create and run a small SwiftUI application.
  • Navigate an Xcode project with confidence.
  • Explain how an app launches and changes state.

Learning sequence

Four focused lessons

  1. 01Introduction to iOS DevelopmentUnderstand what native iOS development involves, the tools you will use, and how an app moves from an idea to a working experience.6 min
  2. 02Setting Up Xcode and Creating Your First AppPrepare your development environment, create a SwiftUI project, and understand what happens when you press Run.6 min
  3. 03Understanding an iOS ProjectLearn how targets, source files, assets, settings, and build configuration fit together inside an Xcode project.6 min
  4. 04How an iOS App RunsFollow an iOS app from build and launch through foreground activity, background transitions, state updates, and termination.6 min