Who is this course for?

This course is for anyone who has a foundational knowledge of Swift and wants to dive deeper into building interactive and user-friendly iOS applications. It is ideal for developers or hobbyists interested in learning SwiftUI, enhancing their app development skills, and understanding best practices for building modern, engaging apps.

How long does it take to complete the course?

The course includes 10 hours of video content. Depending on your pace, it should take approximately 10 hours to go through the videos, with additional time for practicing the concepts and building projects. If you decide to take your time to implement the lessons and experiment with the features, it may take longer.

Can I preview a course before enrolling?

Yes, you can preview the first video and view the syllabus before you enroll. You must purchase the course to access content not included in the preview.

When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?

If you decide to enroll in the course before the session start date, you will have access to all of the lecture videos and readings for the course. You’ll be able to submit assignments once the session starts.

What will I get when I enroll?

Once you enroll and your session begins, you will have access to all videos and other resources, including reading items and the course discussion forum. You’ll be able to view and submit practice assessments, and complete required graded assignments to earn a grade and a Course Certificate.

When will I receive my Course Certificate?

If you complete the course successfully, your electronic Course Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Course Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.

Why can’t I audit this course?

This course is currently available only to learners who have paid or received financial aid, when available.

Is financial aid available?

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

Practical Apps & Interaction Patterns

Practical Apps & Interaction Patterns

This course is part of Deep Dive iOS 16 Swift - SwiftUI Programming Specialization

Instructor: Packt - Course Instructors

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5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Learn to create dynamic models and view models for SwiftUI-based apps.
Master designing custom views and animations for an engaging user experience.
Implement advanced features like hotkeys, tip calculators, and split-screen layouts.
Build adaptable apps supporting multiple screen orientations and devices.

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There are 5 modules in this course

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A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this course, you will dive deep into the creation of interactive apps using SwiftUI, focusing on practical applications and design patterns. You will explore building dynamic, responsive, and user-friendly applications while implementing real-world features such as hotkeys, tip calculators, flashcards, and puzzles. The course is structured to guide you through different stages of app development, starting with foundational concepts such as building models and view models, and progressing towards more advanced topics like animations, custom fonts, and iPad support. You will also work with data models, UI components like buttons, sliders, and text fields, and learn how to integrate external APIs. Each section is filled with hands-on exercises that will build your skills in UI development, user interaction, and state management. By the end of each lesson, you will see how every small piece contributes to the bigger picture, enabling you to build feature-rich apps from scratch. This course is ideal for anyone interested in developing apps using SwiftUI, particularly those who want to improve their skills in building interactive and polished mobile apps. It’s suitable for learners who have basic programming knowledge and are familiar with the fundamentals of app development in iOS. You will build a strong foundation in SwiftUI, along with essential features like dynamic views and responsive layouts, helping you advance your development skills. Whether you're a beginner or someone looking to refine your app-building skills, this course offers a comprehensive and engaging learning experience. By the end of the course, you will be able to design and implement SwiftUI-based apps with advanced interactions, customize UI elements, integrate third-party services, and adapt apps for different screen sizes and orientations.

In this module, we will dive into the process of creating and managing hotkeys for the Brevis app using SwiftUI. You’ll start by building a model to represent each hotkey and then move on to creating a ViewModel that handles state and actions. We will also design the Hotkey View, incorporating interactive and visual enhancements to make the app more engaging and user-friendly.

What's included

7 videos2 readings1 assignment1 plugin

7 videosTotal 49 minutes

Brevis - Creating the Model5 minutes
Creating the ViewModel6 minutes
Creating the Hotkey View7 minutes
Adding a List of Hotkey Descriptions7 minutes
Rotate on Tap10 minutes
Adding an Image Background5 minutes
Adjusting the Detailed View7 minutes

2 readingsTotal 20 minutes

Introduction to the Course 'Practical Apps & Interaction Pattern'10 minutes
Full Specialization Resources10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes

Brevis App - Hotkeys - Assessment15 minutes

1 pluginTotal 15 minutes

Creating and Flipping a SwiftUI Hot Key Reference View15 minutes

In this module, we will focus on enhancing the Tip Calculator app with both design and functionality improvements. You’ll learn to support light and dark modes, animate elements, implement multi-language support, and optimize for different devices and orientations. Additionally, we will guide you through adding custom views, improving user interactions, and streamlining the overall app experience.

What's included

17 videos1 assignment1 plugin

17 videosTotal 113 minutes

Supporting Light and Dark Mode5 minutes
Sine Path8 minutes
Localizable Strings6 minutes
Enter Total View8 minutes
Choose Tip View7 minutes
ChooseTipView - Adding State and Bindings5 minutes
Implementing Split Bill3 minutes
Payment Summary View9 minutes
Payment Summary View - Computed Properties5 minutes
Cleaning Up the View0 minutes
Custom Tip View7 minutes
App Icon of Tip Calculator6 minutes
Tap Out of TextField3 minutes
Change Display Name of Calculator0 minutes
Human Interface Guidelines Layout1 minute
Supporting Landscape and Portrait Mode11 minutes
Tip Calculator - iPad Support20 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes

Tip Calculator - Assessment15 minutes

1 pluginTotal 15 minutes

Creating and Using Custom Views in SwiftUI15 minutes

In this module, we will guide you through the process of building a Flashcards app using SwiftUI. Starting with the project setup and data models, you'll create dynamic views for managing and displaying flashcards. Additionally, you'll explore adding interactive elements like flip animations, magnification gestures, and progress indicators, while also ensuring the app works seamlessly on iPad and supports customizations like app icons and topic-based organization.

What's included

16 videos1 assignment1 plugin

16 videosTotal 102 minutes

Create Flashcard Project6 minutes
Creating the Models3 minutes
Import Images6 minutes
Creating the QuestionViewModel4 minutes
Creating the FlashCardViewModel3 minutes
TwoSidedBackgroundView2 minutes
FillBar View6 minutes
FlashItem View10 minutes
Header View7 minutes
TextAndOptionalImage View5 minutes
Card View13 minutes
Topic View2 minutes
The Questions View10 minutes
Creating the App Icon0 minutes
Magnification Gesture4 minutes
iPad Support for Flashcard App14 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes

Flashcards App - Assessment15 minutes

1 pluginTotal 15 minutes

Building a Flashcard App UI with SwiftUI MVVM15 minutes

In this module, we will guide you through building the Mystic Puzzle app from the ground up. You'll start by creating the puzzle model and view model to manage the puzzle's data and logic. As the app takes shape, you'll add interactive elements like draggable tiles, number displays, and custom fonts. We will also add background images, sound effects, and implement the ability to save and resume game progress. Finally, we’ll wrap up by customizing the app’s visual identity with a unique app icon.

What's included

16 videos1 assignment1 plugin

16 videosTotal 105 minutes

Creating the Puzzle Model5 minutes
Adding Documentation to the Model5 minutes
Adding the View Model and Adding Extensions to CGPoint9 minutes
Adding Tiles to the View6 minutes
Adding Some More Tiles6 minutes
Adding Digits to the View7 minutes
Adding the Two-Digit Numbers to the View9 minutes
Add Background Images4 minutes
Add a Custom Font7 minutes
Move Tile on Tap13 minutes
Shuffle Tiles8 minutes
Adding Buttons6 minutes
Implementing the done() Function1 minute
Adding a Sound Effect6 minutes
Saving State4 minutes
Add an App Icon2 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes

Mystic Puzzle - Assessment15 minutes

1 pluginTotal 15 minutes

Building the Mystic Puzzle Model in Swift15 minutes

In this module, we will walk you through the creation of a Quote of the Day app. Starting with a simple UI that displays a random quote, you’ll integrate an API to fetch quotes and build a model to handle the data. Then, we will enhance the app with customizations like selecting background images, changing fonts, and adjusting text properties. Finally, we’ll address challenges like displaying large quotes and provide interactive sliders for an enhanced user experience.

What's included

14 videos1 reading3 assignments1 plugin

14 videosTotal 76 minutes

Warming Up with an Awesome View13 minutes
Getting Started with the Main Quote App6 minutes
Random Quote API and the Quote Model3 minutes
The Quote View2 minutes
The Quote View Model6 minutes
Putting It All Together2 minutes
MVP Completed0 minutes
Import Images2 minutes
Select Image View3 minutes
Select Font View9 minutes
Import Custom Font5 minutes
Add Fonts to Select Image View7 minutes
Dealing with Large Quotes1 minute
Sliders for Text Opacity and Size10 minutes

1 readingTotal 10 minutes

Conclusion to the Course 'Practical Apps & Interaction Pattern'10 minutes

3 assignmentsTotal 90 minutes

Full Course Practice Assessment15 minutes
Quote of the Day App - Assessment15 minutes
Full Course Assessment60 minutes

1 pluginTotal 15 minutes

Building and Customizing SwiftUI Text Views15 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

Practical Apps & Interaction Patterns is a course focused on creating practical, interactive applications using SwiftUI, with real-world examples like a Tip Calculator, Flashcards App, and Puzzle Games. It’s relevant for anyone looking to enhance their skills in SwiftUI and app development, particularly in building apps with interactive features and dynamic user interfaces. The course dives into key SwiftUI components, design patterns, and behaviors essential for creating intuitive and responsive applications.

This course teaches you how to build practical applications using SwiftUI, focusing on essential interaction patterns like creating dynamic views, managing app states, handling user inputs, and customizing layouts. You’ll learn how to develop apps such as a Tip Calculator, Flashcards App, and Mystic Puzzle, each focusing on a different set of user interactions, animations, and state management techniques. The course emphasizes real-world scenarios and provides hands-on experience with building feature-rich apps.

After completing this course, you’ll be able to build fully functional iOS apps using SwiftUI, incorporating hotkeys, animations, dynamic lists, and interactive gestures. You will also understand how to manage user inputs, support light/dark modes, localize apps, and optimize user interfaces for different devices like iPads. Additionally, you’ll have gained experience with integrating external data (such as APIs) and adding customizations like app icons and custom fonts.

To get the most out of this course, you should have a basic understanding of Swift and Xcode, as well as familiarity with programming concepts such as variables, loops, functions, and object-oriented programming. Although prior experience with SwiftUI is not required, a basic understanding of iOS app development will be helpful for navigating the course material more easily.