Swift is a powerful and intuitive programming language widely used for developing applications on iOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS. In the new edition of "Swift Cookbook", 3rd Edition, author Chris Barker delivers a comprehensive set of solutions for the most common challenges in Swift development.
This guide is valuable for developers of all levels, covering everything from basic concepts to advanced topics such as async code, SwiftUI, Core Data, multithreading, and API integration. It's a go-to manual for quickly finding solutions to a wide variety of Swift development tasks — ideal for both beginners and seasoned programmers looking to deepen their expertise.
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What will you learn from this book?
- Swift 5.9 fundamentals: structures, classes, protocols, and extensions
- UI development with SwiftUI
- Asynchronous programming using async/await and Combine
- Managing data with Core Data
- REST API integration and JSON handling
- Multithreading with Grand Central Dispatch (GCD)
- App performance optimization
Who should read "Swift Cookbook", 3rd Edition?
- New Swift developers: Learn the core principles of Swift and how to apply them through real-world examples
- iOS app developers: Find practical recipes for SwiftUI, UIKit, data handling, API integration, and database interaction
- Experienced developers transitioning to Swift: Ideal for those coming from Objective-C, Java, Kotlin, or Python looking to quickly adopt Swift
- Programmers looking to level up: Deep dives into performance tuning, memory management, and testing make it a valuable tool for professionals
More About the Author of the Book
The Developer's Opinion About the Book
A collection of ready-to-use code snippets and patterns for solving common tasks in Swift. Covers string manipulation, collections, networking, and concurrency. After reading, you’ll accelerate development and reduce boilerplate. A handy reference for everyday coding challenges in Swift. Each recipe is tested and explained with practical examples, making it ideal for developers who want quick, production-ready solutions without sacrificing readability or best practices.
Jessica Turner, iOS Developer
FAQ for "Swift Cookbook"
What’s new in Swift 5.9 that the book covers?
The book explores the latest Swift 5.9 features, including simplified macros, enhanced generics handling, and updates to the actor-based concurrency model.
Can the book’s examples be used in production apps?
Yes, all code examples are practical and tested — ready for real-world iOS and macOS applications.
Does the book include SwiftUI or just UIKit?
Both! It covers SwiftUI and UIKit, making it relevant for both modern and legacy app development.
Is database support discussed?
Yes, the book details Core Data, SQLite, and Firebase usage for robust data storage solutions.
What multithreading technologies are covered?
Chris Barker explains GCD, OperationQueue, and Swift Concurrency (async/await) with real-world multithreaded app scenarios.
Are there sections on app security best practices?
Yes, the book includes guidance on data protection, using Keychain, secure API key storage, and implementing user authentication.
Information
| Author: | Keith Moon, Chris Barker, Daniel Bolella, Nathan Lawlor | Language: | English |
| Publisher: | Packt Publishing; 3rd ed. edition | ISBN-13: | 978-1803239583 |
| Publication Date: | June 7, 2024 | ISBN-10: | 1803239581 |
| Print Length: | 422 pages | Category: | iOS Developer Books |
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