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University of Toronto

Introduction To Swift Programming

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Introduction to Swift Programming is the first course in a four part specialization series that will provide you with the tools and skills necessary to develop an iOS App from scratch. By the end of this first course you will be able to demonstrate intermediate application of programming in Swift, the powerful new programming language for iOS. Guided by best practices you will become proficient with syntax, object oriented principles, memory management, functional concepts and more in programming with Swift.

This course is unique in its dedication to teaching Swift programming. With new features and capabilities you will be at the forefront of writing iOS apps.

Currently this course is taught using Swift 2. The team is aware of the release of Swift 3 and will be making edits to the course in time. Please be aware that at this time the instruction is entirely with Swift 2.

Please note that to take part in this course (and the full specialization) it is required to have a Mac computer and, though not required, ideally an iPhone, iPod, or an iPad. NOTE: This course has been designed and tested (and content delivered) on a Mac. While we are aware of hacks and workarounds for running Mac in a virtual machine on windows we do not recommended a PC.

We hope you have fun on this new adventure.

Syllabus

  • Introductions and Getting Started
    • Meet the teaching staff, get oriented to the platform, set up your work environment and get ready to program! We wish to remind you from the start that to take part in this course (and the full specialization) it is required to have Mac computer and, though not required, ideally an iPhone, iPod, or an iPad. This course has been designed and tested (and content delivered) on a Mac. While we are aware of hacks and workarounds for running OSX in a virtual machine on Windows, we do not recommended a PC. To find out of this specialization is for you, download the SHIFT Photo Editing app at http://beautifulapps.mobi and try it out. If you take this specialization, then you will learn to create an app similar to SHIFT.
  • Swift Basics
    • In this module we will introduce the basic concepts of Swift. To begin you will learn variable declaration, different types, and program control mechanisms. Here we start to build the foundation of iOS app development with Swift. We hope you enjoy the journey.
  • Advanced Swift
    • This unit continues with further exploration of swift programming. Building on our current skill set we will work with Classes, Structs, Enums, Protocols, and object-oriented principles.
  • Image Processing In Swift
    • In this module we will wrap up with lessons targeting advanced examples in Swift. We’ll look at a detailed example of an image filter which will allow us to manipulate pixels and create filter effects (such as change contrast).
  • Final Peer Assignment
    • You did it! You've come to the end of this first course. We sum up with a capstone peer assessment assignment where you will create your own filter and demonstrate what you've learned over these weeks. Please read the instructions carefully, and have fun!
  • OPTIONAL - Swift vs Objective C
    • OPTIONAL - In this module we compare some of the differences between Swift and Objective C programming languages. Join us as we migrate those of you familiar with Objective C to the world of Swift. Hopefully you find programming in Swift fast, easy and interactive.

Taught by

Parham Aarabi

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1.3 rating, based on 7 Class Central reviews

3.9 rating at Coursera based on 1422 ratings

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  • Llama
    I would not recommend this course when there are other, imho, intro swift courses with clearer content and better course delivery.
  • Anonymous
    Professors AWOL. No support. Quizzes refer to material that hasn't be taught. Video lecturers seem to fumble around trying to explain simple concepts with more complicated ones. This is just not a serious effort by what ought to be a very prestigious university. Shame.
  • Anonymous
    This course is a disaster. Descriptions are not clear and quizzes assume knowledge and concepts that have not been taught.
  • Anonymous
    I concur with previous reviews about lack of coherency but nevertheless finished. They need student critics to carefully go thru the course to identify flaws. Also, I wanted to repeat the course since I was unhappy with my final project, but since my project was adequate I am only allowed to go on to the next course, which I have not done. Biggest flaw was lack of any staff interaction. My free courses were all better run.
  • Anonymous
    I have gone through some of the content, and so far, I'm not impressed. Very superficial. Some very basic concept(s) are presented during the first few videos. The transition from basic to complex subject is very abrupt. Significant outside reading is expected / required. Definitely not for complete beginners.
  • Anonymous
    This course is such a waste of money. A lot of concepts are skipped and the instructors assume that we know them. This is the worst iOS course ever. Take Stanford iOS course instead on iTunes U.
  • Mark Henry Butler
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