Chapter 2. Welcome to Xcode
For the uninitiated, developing for the iOS platform can seem a little daunting. There are so many aspects to think about when building an application: interface layout, backend data manipulation, managing code libraries and documentation, creating and releasing builds—the list goes on and on.
As you probably know by now, Xcode was built to let you perform all of these tasks in a single, consistent application. It is a true integrated development environment (IDE). However, with so many features and capabilities, it can take a while to learn all of its tricks. In this chapter, we'll be walking through the basics and getting you on course to be an Xcode master. Topics we'll cover include:
- Setting up Xcode and new projects
- Navigating the sections of the Xcode application
- Configuring a project
- Understanding resource files
- Using the editor to modify source files
- Creating a
Hello worldapplet
By the end of this chapter, you'll be able to create...
