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Swift- An Open-Source Programming Language for iOS Apps Development

App development companies are making their best effort to cope with the requirements of their clients. With the rapid evolution of app technologies, it is important for any iOS apps development company to explore new trends regarding app tools and technologies.

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<strong>Swift</strong>- <strong>An</strong> <strong>Open</strong>-<strong>Source</strong> <strong>Programming</strong> <strong>Language</strong> <strong>for</strong> <strong>iOS</strong> <strong>Apps</strong><br />

<strong>Development</strong><br />

The advancement of mobile devices has opened up new endless opportunities to the world,<br />

especially <strong>for</strong> mobile apps. According to a report, global mobile app industry has grown at an<br />

incredible pace in the last couple of years and it is expected that it could be over $80.6 billion<br />

by 2020. In the fast-growing business world, the development of new apps helps people to<br />

grow their business by per<strong>for</strong>ming various tasks by being a part of their business marketing<br />

strategy and making a large amount of profit. There are two common kinds of apps available in<br />

the market but <strong>for</strong>tunately, the demand <strong>for</strong> <strong>iOS</strong> apps has increased exponentially. App<br />

development companies are making their best ef<strong>for</strong>t to cope with the requirements of their<br />

clients. With the rapid evolution of app technologies, it is important <strong>for</strong> any <strong>iOS</strong> apps<br />

development company to explore new trends regarding app tools and technologies. <strong>Swift</strong> is<br />

one of the widely used programming languages introduced by Apple in 2014 <strong>for</strong> <strong>iOS</strong>, OS X, and<br />

watchOS.<br />

Apple defines the <strong>Swift</strong> as an open-source, safe, fast and interactive language <strong>for</strong> their<br />

operating systems of modern gadgets. As it is an open-source programming language, so it can<br />

be used by both small and large companies. Offering lots of features, it has a huge impact on<br />

<strong>iOS</strong> app development. So, take a look at how <strong>Swift</strong> is helpful in <strong>iOS</strong> apps development.<br />

1. It’s easy to learn and use<br />

<strong>Swift</strong> boasts a number of features as compared to other programming languages such as C#,<br />

Python, Java, JavaScript and Ruby on Rails. The developers familiar with these programming<br />

languages can easily learn and use <strong>Swift</strong> without putting any extra ef<strong>for</strong>t and time. Moreover,<br />

developers are not needed to use header files in case of using its simple syntax. At the same<br />

time, they also have an option to use import statements to import C libraries and Objective-C<br />

modules to this latest language. Now, it has become easier <strong>for</strong> developers to master the open<br />

source language and start writing codes <strong>for</strong> <strong>iOS</strong> app development within the shorter time<br />

duration.<br />

2. Support the Latest Version of XCode<br />

<strong>Swift</strong> supports the latest version of XCode enabled programmers to write code in <strong>Swift</strong> and<br />

check the result instantly. Be<strong>for</strong>e the launch of XCode 6.0.1, developers have to rectify bugs,<br />

crashes, and unexpected errors while writing <strong>iOS</strong> apps in swift. But with XCode 6.0.1, <strong>Swift</strong> can


handle all bugs and errors securely and generate results instantly because of supporting its new<br />

features.<br />

3. Secure Migration from Objective-C to <strong>Swift</strong><br />

With the introduction of <strong>Swift</strong>, most app developers prefer to use <strong>Swift</strong> over Objective C. This<br />

trendy language makes it easier <strong>for</strong> developers to generate codes <strong>for</strong> <strong>iOS</strong> apps in a simpler and<br />

quicker way as well as it also supports secure and smooth migration from Objective-C to <strong>Swift</strong>.<br />

There<strong>for</strong>e, it has become an essential tool <strong>for</strong> both beginners and experienced <strong>iOS</strong> app<br />

developers <strong>for</strong> <strong>iOS</strong> apps development.<br />

4. Reduced App <strong>Development</strong> Cost<br />

Nowadays, most developers prefer to design <strong>iOS</strong> apps to get higher returns <strong>for</strong> their clients.<br />

Various reports have highlighted how <strong>iOS</strong> makes it easier <strong>for</strong> developing companies to monetize<br />

their mobile apps and earn higher returns. Though <strong>iOS</strong> app development is usually considered<br />

to be more expensive than <strong>An</strong>droid apps development, Apple has introduced an open source<br />

language <strong>for</strong> <strong>iOS</strong> app development. To download and usage of this latest language, app<br />

development companies don’t need to pay any licensing fees and royalty. So, it can reduce app<br />

development cost and is suitable <strong>for</strong> small businesses.<br />

If you want to create a smart <strong>iOS</strong> app <strong>for</strong> your business and looking <strong>for</strong> an app development<br />

company, contact Jouple. It is a <strong>for</strong>ward-looking <strong>iOS</strong> apps development company offering its<br />

premium app development services in UAE and US. Their expert <strong>iOS</strong> developers will deliver you<br />

the best solution to meet your business needs and achieve your business goals. So, get<br />

contacted with them to discuss your project or visit the website.

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