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iPhone and iPad App 24–Hour Trainer
Author(s): Abhishek Mishra (Author), Gene Backlin (Author)
- Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
- Publication Date: 26 April 2012
- Language: English
- Print length: 504 pages
- ISBN-10: 1118130812
- ISBN-13: 9781118130810
Book Description
An all–in–one tutorial for planning, developing, and launching iPhone and iPad apps The number of applications in the Apple app store is growing at a staggering rate. Want to get in the game, but don′t know iOS? This book–and–DVD package will help! With even little or no prior programming experience, you can learn the code necessary to build an app by following the how–to instructions in this book–and–video combo. Comprised of clear, no–nonsense lessons, the book walks you through each tutorial and then encourages you to work through simple exercises so that you can immediately apply what you just learned. These lessons are backed by video demonstrations on the accompanying DVD to further illustrate the instruction and drive home the main points. In addition, the book′s appendices contain helpful information such as obtaining a device UDID, testing, and distributing an app and also lists common reasons why applications are rejected, so you can prepare to take precautionary measures to avoid these instances. Introduces iOS and helps you set up a development environment Highlights the basics of object–oriented programming principles as well as key objective–C concepts Examines Cocoa touch and the Cocoa touch framework, including using various classes in the UIKit and Foundation frameworks Looks at advanced concepts such as tab bars, web views, the Accelerometer, Google maps, Core Location, and more With this book–and–video package, you′ll learn how to plan, create, and launch apps for the iPhone and iPad that are ready for submission to the App Store! Note: As part of the print version of this title, video lessons are included on DVD. For e–book versions, video lessons can be accessed at wrox.com using a link provided in the interior of the e–book.
Editorial Reviews
From the Back Cover
Dive into the exciting world of iOS app development! Are you eager to jump on the app bandwagon but are unfamiliar with iOS or perhaps lack coding experience? If so, this all–in–one tutorial is exactly what you need to get started on your journey of iOS application development. Aimed at getting novices up to speed and into the app action, this book–and–DVD package provides you with nearly 40 instructive lessons. Each lesson introduces a single topic, each building in complexity as you walk through the steps to create a simple iOS application. iPhone and iPad App 24–Hour Trainer: Offers a clear introduction to iOS, providing you with a solid foundation of a development environment Walks you through the basics of object–oriented programming principles and key Objective–C concepts Explores Cocoa Touch and demonstrates how to use the Cocoa Touch® framework Discusses Storyboards, iCloud document storage, Core Image, Twitter integration, Map Kit, Core Location, and Core Motion Features helpful appendices that cover on–device testing, Ad Hoc distribution, Automatic Reference Counting (ARC), and App Store distribution 24–Hour Trainers offer a unique book–and–video package that delivers step–by–step lessons for handling real–world scenarios. Each lesson in the book is accompanied by an instructional video that reinforces the content while providing additional explanations and tips. Hours of Video Don′t just learn do! Each lesson in the book is accompanied by an instructional video. You′ll learn to: Use Storyboards Incorporate Twitter Use iCloud document storage Incorporate iTunes file sharing Use Core Motion Perform image processing with Core Image Incorporate printing Work with tab bars, navigation controllers, and table views Create page–based applications and views that scroll Incorporate touches and gestures Build universal applications Use Map Kit Build background–aware apps Please see the DVD appendix for details and complete system requirements.
About the Author
Abhishek Mishra is a UK based mobile applications consultant with over 13 years′ experience in the software industry. He holds an MRes in Computer Science from the University of London. He is the director of ASM Technology Ltd, and teaches iOS development to professionals in the advertising industry. He currently hosts and publishes www.idevmag.com. Gene Backlin has more than 30 years of experience in the computer industry. He is the owner and principal consultant of MariZack consulting, teaches at DePaul University, and is the author of Professional iPhone and iPad Application Development.
