iOS9 Apple Watch Toolkit: Make Real Apps From Scratch

Discover Swift, the new programming language for iOS and OS X, designed to replace Objective-C with safe patterns, modern features, and playgrounds for quick Apple Watch app experiments.

Explore using if, else if, and else statements to drive actions from variables like card number and suit, printing outcomes such as lucky number seven or better luck next time.

Explore how loops control data flow in Swift, using while and for loops to update variables, apply conditions, and print results, then generate multiplication tables and prep for array storage.

Learn how to use single-line and multi-line comments in code, why comments matter for future readability, and how they provide a clear mental note for developers.

Learn how arrays store multiple data items, access by index, and update values, using jack, queen, king, and ace and setting position 0 to jack of spades.

Explore glances and notifications on the Apple Watch to deliver timely abbreviated information, including short look and long look notifications with tap-to-open actions.

Dive into creating an iOS app from scratch using Interface Builder. Build a simple gift picker with labeled buttons and push segues to gift image views.

Create a gift ideas screen by adding an interface controller, importing images into assets, and displaying an aspect‑fill image. Connect the button to push to next screen with back navigation.

Create a four-button home interface, duplicate views, assign images for each button, and push to dedicated screens to build an Apple Watch app.

Intro to a second Apple Watch app called inspired me, with a label and a button. Learn to handle taps, select from three items, and update the label and colors.

Create a watch app project and add an Apple Watch target, then design a simple GUI with a button and a multi-line label, preparing to connect the UI to code.

Learn to create and connect a label and a button in an Apple Watch app, linking interface elements to code via outlets and actions, and update the label on taps.

Learn to add a quotes array and a quote index to drive a label on the watch interface, updating the next quote when the show more button is pressed.

Take on the homework by adding a reading mechanism with plus and minus to change readings, then add stairs to show different readings using a reading label.

Implement the advanced challenge by enabling adding a course or chords to favorites with user feedback, then update the favorites view to support removal and reflect changes.

Learn to differentiate between frameworks and controls while reusing existing solutions. Use Paris for crash reporting, data storage, localization, push notifications, and analytics.

Reach out to the media by connecting with app reviewers and tech writers on Twitter, sharing a press release with your app link, to attract coverage from TechCrunch and MacRumors.

Learn app store optimization by crafting descriptive titles, clear descriptions, and keyword-rich content across title, description, and keywords, using Mobile Dev HQ and Anthony to rank higher and attract reviews.

Celebrate completing your Apple Watch apps from scratch by reflecting on setting up the development environment, sketching features, building, testing, and publishing to the App Store.

Celebrate completing the iOS9 Apple Watch toolkit course and stay in touch via my website, blog, and social networks for questions and feedback.