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Learn the primary programming language for creating iPhone and Mac apps
The only thing hotter than the iPhone right now is new apps for the iPhone. Objective–C is the primary language for programming iPhone and Mac OS X applications, and this book makes it easy to learn Objective–C.
Even if you have no programming experience, Objective–C For Dummies will teach you what you need to know to start creating iPhone apps. It provides an understanding of object–oriented programming in an entertaining way that helps you learn.
- iPhone and Mac apps are hot, and most are created with Objective–C
- Covers Xcode 3.2, which is included in Mac OS X Snow Leopard
- Explains object–oriented programming concepts in a straightforward but fun style that makes learning easy
- Ideal for those with no programming experience as well as those who may know other languages but are new to Objective–C
- Prepares you to start creating iPhone and Mac OS X apps
- Understand Mac programming concepts and patterns, and why to use them
- Bonus CD includes all code samples used in the book
Objective–C For Dummies gives you the tools to turn your idea for an iPhone app into reality.
Note: CD–ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.
From the Back Cover
Learn the language of the iPhone, iPod touch, and Mac OS X — the fun and easy way!
Whether you have worked in another programming language or want to start your programming career withObjective–C, this book is for you! This plain–English guide will get you up and running with Objective–C, the programming language you need to turn a great idea into a cool application. From using the Xcode IDE to adding an interface to knowing how and why to leverage objects, classes, delegation, messaging, and more, this book gets you going.
- Recipes for success — see how a computer program is like a recipe and how the compiler turns your instructions into computer code
Why X? — get the hang of Xcode 3.2 and Interface Builder, the key Apple developer tools
Banish bugs — understand the different types of errors your program may encounter and how to eliminate them
Build your masterpiece — learn about program architecture and how to structure your application so that it can be easily extended with new functionality
Enter the data — prepare your app to "go live" and process data entered by the user
Bonus CD Includes
All code samples used in the book
Please see the CD appendix for details and complete system requirements.
Open the book and find:
- What object–oriented programming is all about
The tools you need and how to get them
How to get a grip on Objective–C syntax
Debugging tips that can save you time
How to add a user interface
Ways to make your programming successful and fun
What property lists are and how to use them
How to use dictionaries and arrays
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is just what I was after.
I've always looked at the 'Whatever for Dummies' series of books as books for complete novices or teaching at a level below what I'd require.
I was wrong in this case however and have learnt that you shouldn't judge a book by what is 'written' on the cover.
I have some experience of programming in C but that was many years ago and have little experience in object-oriented programming so I felt a little out of my depth when reading other books on Objective-C as they made assumptions on the readers level of knowledge. This meant that I would have read and re-read a chapter followed by my own research on the internet to fully understand what was being written about. However, the opposite has been true when using this book. It takes you through fundamental concepts step by step, clearly explaining the logic and techniques being used and even highlights areas for further reading when a topic moves beyond the scope of the book.
I'm about half way through the book now and am very glad I made this purchase.
I've always looked at the 'Whatever for Dummies' series of books as books for complete novices or teaching at a level below what I'd require.
I was wrong in this case however and have learnt that you shouldn't judge a book by what is 'written' on the cover.
I have some experience of programming in C but that was many years ago and have little experience in object-oriented programming so I felt a little out of my depth when reading other books on Objective-C as they made assumptions on the readers level of knowledge. This meant that I would have read and re-read a chapter followed by my own research on the internet to fully understand what was being written about. However, the opposite has been true when using this book. It takes you through fundamental concepts step by step, clearly explaining the logic and techniques being used and even highlights areas for further reading when a topic moves beyond the scope of the book.
I'm about half way through the book now and am very glad I made this purchase.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I learned a lot from this book. Nevertheless, as reviewed by someone else, it's got plenty of typographic errors. However, you can decipher the correct meaning without too much trouble.
I bought it to get going with iPhone app development, and it certainly got me on my way. I have a 20 year-old Computer Science degree, and it seems people are using C differently these days! Apart from some distant memories of C, I was effectively a novice when I started. I now have a good grasp of Objective-C, and it came from this book.
I also bought Goldstein's iPhone App Development for Dummies, but I reckon Sam's Teach Yourself iPhone App Development in 24hrs is better. Again Goldstein's book is blighted by typos, and although he has a pleasant writing style, the breadth of his subject matter is much narrower than in the Sam's book.
This'll get you a decent grounding in Objective-C, but if you want to use Objective-C to program the iPhone, take a look at some of the books not in the 'For Dummies' series.
I bought it to get going with iPhone app development, and it certainly got me on my way. I have a 20 year-old Computer Science degree, and it seems people are using C differently these days! Apart from some distant memories of C, I was effectively a novice when I started. I now have a good grasp of Objective-C, and it came from this book.
I also bought Goldstein's iPhone App Development for Dummies, but I reckon Sam's Teach Yourself iPhone App Development in 24hrs is better. Again Goldstein's book is blighted by typos, and although he has a pleasant writing style, the breadth of his subject matter is much narrower than in the Sam's book.
This'll get you a decent grounding in Objective-C, but if you want to use Objective-C to program the iPhone, take a look at some of the books not in the 'For Dummies' series.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Like a previous reviewer Im an old C++ coder from the days of Borland C trying to get back into coding. I figured this book would help.
Im halfway through it now and I have to say Im a little disappointed. The structure of the book, while trying to give as much scope for future learning, is jumbled and distorted leaving you feeling quite bewildered. The author teaches you methods in a kind of structured way but its not helped by him constantly referencing stuff that he'll get to in later chapters and not giving reasonable examples of the parts you're covering in actual use.
I think the books real problem however is a substantial typo issue and problems in code naming. More than once I've had to double check my entries and then make guesses as the printed code you're supposed to add is written wrong (my favourite typo so far being "[NSMutableArrwwwwwwwwwwway alloc]" which should have been "[NSMutableArray alloc]"). Obviously for someone learning this from scratch this would be a big problem to overcome!
The naming convention he uses doesn't help either and it took me a while to figure out that an item called "Budget" were in fact two separate items just named the same.
Its an ok book in that it covers what you need to know but I needed to search the net to find better definitions and examples a lot of the time. I've not tried another book so I couldn't recommend a better one but I'd treat this one with caution.
Im halfway through it now and I have to say Im a little disappointed. The structure of the book, while trying to give as much scope for future learning, is jumbled and distorted leaving you feeling quite bewildered. The author teaches you methods in a kind of structured way but its not helped by him constantly referencing stuff that he'll get to in later chapters and not giving reasonable examples of the parts you're covering in actual use.
I think the books real problem however is a substantial typo issue and problems in code naming. More than once I've had to double check my entries and then make guesses as the printed code you're supposed to add is written wrong (my favourite typo so far being "[NSMutableArrwwwwwwwwwwway alloc]" which should have been "[NSMutableArray alloc]"). Obviously for someone learning this from scratch this would be a big problem to overcome!
The naming convention he uses doesn't help either and it took me a while to figure out that an item called "Budget" were in fact two separate items just named the same.
Its an ok book in that it covers what you need to know but I needed to search the net to find better definitions and examples a lot of the time. I've not tried another book so I couldn't recommend a better one but I'd treat this one with caution.
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Well written, extremely easy to learn.
I have almost no programming experience and I needed a book to learn how to make iOS apps.
I've had this book for a few days, I already read 50 pages and it's very easy to... Read more
I've had this book for a few days, I already read 50 pages and it's very easy to... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Alex Hutu
Good...introduction
As an introduction to Objective-C programming, this is a good book...it, as with many Dummies books provides a good grounding in the very basics of a topic. Read more
Published 11 months ago by mdoher
Avoid if you have no experience with programming - it's not for...
I'm a programming dummy, hence the purchase of the book.
The book is informative but ONLY if you know A LOT about programming. Read more
The book is informative but ONLY if you know A LOT about programming. Read more
Published 13 months ago by K. Klima
Not bad, but not for seasoned programmers
I can see why this book would be mildly informative for non-programmers. I'm only half way through it and have found it has stuttered across the basics of Objective C without... Read more
Published 20 months ago by avidreader
better than other programming books
Don't let the title fool you, this book is not for dummies. It is however, a very well organised book that explains the lessons within easily and fluently. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Daniel L. Hayes
Not bad.. Not great
As people have already stated it's got quite a few typos.. It's not a bad book and introduces you to some subject areas quite well, but not really in any depth.. Read more
Published 22 months ago by GiuseppePaul
It got me writing Objective-C code
I like this book as it was exactly what I needed. My last serious bit of coding was 25 years ago and I've never done anything with C before. Read more
Published on 28 April 2010 by Andy E
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