The introduction of iOS 8 and Swift really changed a lot of things for programmers. iOS developers now have a new programming language, and with this come a lot of new opportunities and challenges. The year of iOS 9 is the year of continuity, extensibility, and accessories. From health data to extensions to the notification center and various new frameworks added to the iOS SDK, there is plenty to learn about.
iOS 9 Programming Cookbook not only revises recipes from the previous iOS 8 edition, but also provides developers with information on how to work with iCloud, Sprite Kit APIs for animations & graphics, and keychain and security APIs.
- Work with Swift, the beautiful new programming language introduced by Apple
- Use Handoff and CloudKit to develop continuity and Cloud functionality intoyour apps
- Explore the new Touch ID APIs for authentication
- Extend iOS with the new Extensions introduced into iOS 9, such as custom keyboards
- Work with HealthKit to manage user’s health data
- Discover the new networking functionalities introduced in the NetworkExtension framework
- Use the new functionalities that allow you to fine tune camera settings
- Learn about new Multitasking and Background APIs
Vandad Nahavandipoor is an iOS and OS X programmer for an international media group with more than 7000 employees in more than 29 countries. Previously he worked for Lloyds Banking Group in England to deliver their iOS apps to millions of users in the UK. In his previous roles he has also led an international team of more than 30 iOS developers. Projects he’s led include the Lloyds, Halifax, Bank of Scotland, NatWest and the RBS iOS apps.