Learn Swift
A powerful programming language developed by Apple for iOS, macOS, and more.
Skill level
BeginnerTime to complete
Average based on combined completion rates — individual pacing in lessons, projects, and quizzes may vary12 hoursProjects
16Prerequisites
None
About this course
Swift is a powerful and intuitive programming language for building apps across iOS, macOS, watchOS, and more. Designed for safety and speed, Swift is accessible to beginners yet robust for professional use. This course covers fundamental programming concepts and progresses to advanced topics through engaging projects like creating a Magic 8-Ball and Caesar Cipher.
Skills you'll gain
Master Swift programming basics
Build interactive projects and applications
Implement advanced Swift features
Develop problem-solving and debugging skills
Syllabus
11 lessons • 16 projects • 11 quizzesCertificate of completion available with Plus or Pro
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Projects in this course
- practice Project
Block Letters
Display your initials on the screen in block letters and create an ASCII art. - practice Project
Quadratic Formula
Write a Swift program that solves the quadratic equation. - practice Project
Piggy Bank
You just returned from a trip to South America and you came back with three different kinds of currencies. Let's convert them to USD!
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- What a fun way to learn Swift! I loved the examples and use of pop culture and emojis. I learned a lot!Nathan D.Verified Learner
- This course was very descriptive in what you had to do to complete a project, and did a good job of letting you have freedom in what you create in projects, giving you a good bit of space to mess around and experiment with your coding skills in Swift.Taj H.Verified Learner
- I enjoyed each and every section of the course. It gave me so much confidence and I am glad it is in text form so that whenever I have a doubt, I can easily refer to the respective topic instead of having to play an entire video.Harika M.Verified Learner
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Frequently asked questions about Swift
Swift is an open-source, general-purpose programming language. It was designed to replace Objective-C as the primary language for Apple development, but its flexibility and helpful features have extended its use into other domains.
Should I Learn Swift?
Swift first appeared on the scene in 2014, but it’d been in development behind the scenes for years before then, thanks to some hush-hush development by Apple. When it finally emerged, it was hailed as a user-friendly language that enables the development of fast, effective solutions.
There are several other languages to choose from, so you may be wondering if you should invest the time in learning Swift or not. Keep reading to learn how it’s used, the kinds of developers that should learn it, and how our courses can help you get started learning this up-and-coming language.
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- Article
Running Hello World Locally (Xcode & Terminal)
Run your Hello World Swift program locally using Xcode or Terminal. - Article
What are Tuples?
Get an overview of what tuples are in Swift and see their application in iterating through dictionaries. - Article
Data Types
Swift is a strongly-typed language.
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Practice Projects
Guided projects that help you solidify the skills and concepts you're learning.Assessments
Auto-graded quizzes and immediate feedback help you reinforce your skills as you learn.Certificate of Completion
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