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401: iOS Development with Swift and Objective-C

###Pre-work:

1. Code 401

If you are completely new to coding, this course will be very challenging. Our instructors would like to recommend our students to consider Code 301 as a prerequisite for the 401.

2. Ensure your laptop is up to the task of coding

Is virus and malware free
Uses the latest, stable, updated version of its operating system
Has a functioning screen, keyboard, and trackpad
Has plenty of free hard drive space and memory
Can reliably connect to wireless networks

3. Complete the setup guide for your computer's operating system

Mac OS X: Currently, a Mac is REQUIRED to be able to take the iOS 401 Course.

Following completion of these Pre-work assignments, you should:

Have a terminal with a Git compatible prompt
Be able to receive a valid response when typing "git --version"

4. Download and Install Xcode from the AppStore

Xcode - Primary tool for development of iOS and OSX Applications.

5. Download and Install Slack

We use Slack to distribute files and collaborate before, during, and after the workshop.

Download Slack

Look for an email from us prior to the workshop, in order to join our Slack team.

6. Required Textbook

Please have these resources prior to the first day of class.

Programming Objective-C

7. Required Readings

Read through these resources prior to the first day of class.

Swift Programming Guide

####Reminder: Have a Personal Project(App) in mind that you would enjoy building. During week 5 of the 401 we will be building out these Personal Projects and students will present their projects Friday that week.

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