iOS App Capstone from Coursera

In this capstone course, you’ll demonstrate your proficiency in your new skill set by creating a native iOS app.

At this point in the program, you've gained all the skills you need to successfully complete this project. But you might need to refresh your memory when it comes to the previous courses in the program. For that reason, each module in this course will take you through a brief recap of relevant content from previous courses in the program. And don't worry, there will be links too so you can review content in more detail if necessary. In this way, you will be guided through the process of building the Little Lemon app which allows you to show off your new development skills.

This course is ideal for intermediate learners who would like to prepare themselves for a career in iOS development. On completion of the capstone project, you’ll have an interactive mobile application that you can share with recruiters and impress potential employers with.

To complete this course, you will need experience in iOS and a good understanding of the Swift programming language. Additionally, it always helps to have a can-do attitude!

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

-Build a native iOS mobile app

-Publish and sell it on the Apple Store

What's inside

Syllabus

Starting the Project

In this module, you'll first review what you need to set up prior to developing an iOS application, and how to do it. You'll then plan the UX and UI by designing a wireframe before adding high-fidelity visual elements.

Project Functionality

In this module, you'll set up the functionality of your app. This calls for you to produce an onboarding flow, navigation routes, a customizable profile page and a food-ordering interface.

Project assessment

In this module, you'll be assessed on the knowledge that you've acquired and applied throughout the course. You'll also have the option to learn what steps to take to submit an application for publication on the iOS App Store.

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Develops several mobile app development skills, such as onboarding flow design, navigation routes, and customizable profile pages, which are core skills for mobile app developers

Taught by Meta Staff, who are recognized for their work in mobile app development and software engineering

Develops skills in building and publishing native iOS mobile apps, which are valuable in mobile app development roles

Examines industry-standard tools, such as Swift programming, which is used in professional mobile app development

Requires experience in iOS programming, which is a prerequisite skill for this course

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in iOS App Capstone with these activities:

Review Java programming basics

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Knowing Java fundamentals will help you hit the ground running from day one.

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Review syntax and data types
Practice coding basic Java programs

Review Xcode setup

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Begin by ensuring you have the appropriate software and development environment installed and configured.

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Install Xcode from the App Store
Set up a new Xcode project
Configure your project settings

Read 'iOS Programming: The Big Nerd Ranch Guide'

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This in-depth book provides comprehensive coverage of iOS programming, solidifying your understanding of core concepts.

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Read selected chapters based on the course topics
Complete the exercises and practice problems provided in the book

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Attend iOS developer meetups and conferences

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Connecting with other iOS developers helps you learn from their experiences and expand your professional network.

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Find local iOS developer meetups or online events
Attend these events and actively engage with other developers

Review Swift basics

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Review the basics of Swift to refresh fundamental concepts and prepare for the course's coding challenges.

Browse courses on Swift

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Go over Swift syntax
Practice writing basic Swift code snippets

Practice Swift coding challenges

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Sharpen your Swift coding skills by solving coding challenges and practicing regularly.

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Find coding challenges online (e.g., LeetCode, HackerRank)
Attempt to solve the challenges without referring to solutions
Review your solutions and identify areas for improvement

Follow online tutorials on advanced iOS features

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Supplement your course learning by following guided tutorials that cover more advanced iOS features and techniques.

Browse courses on iOS Development

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Identify specific topics you want to explore.
Search for reputable online tutorials or courses.
Follow the instructions and experiment with the code.

Follow tutorials on SwiftUI

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Supplement your learning by following guided tutorials to reinforce core concepts and explore advanced techniques.

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Find tutorials on Apple's developer website
Follow along with the tutorials and build sample apps
Experiment with different UI components and layouts

Solve Swift programming challenges

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Solving programming challenges will strengthen your understanding of Swift's syntax and core concepts.

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Find a platform or resource that provides Swift programming challenges
Attempt to solve challenges on your own
Review solutions and learn from your mistakes

Solve coding challenges on LeetCode

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Work through coding challenges to sharpen your problem-solving skills and strengthen your understanding of Swift.

Browse courses on iOS Development

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Select a set of coding challenges relevant to iOS development.
Attempt to solve the challenges independently.
Review solutions and learn from your mistakes.

Mentor junior iOS developers

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Mentoring others not only benefits them but also reinforces your own knowledge and understanding.

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Join a community group or online platform for iOS developers
Identify opportunities to assist and guide junior developers

Create a blog or YouTube channel about iOS development

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Creating content encourages you to synthesize and share your knowledge, further enhancing your comprehension.

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Choose a topic or niche within iOS development
Create high-quality content that provides value to the iOS community

Develop a simple iOS app prototype

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Build a basic prototype app to apply your newly acquired skills, visualize your ideas, and experiment with different designs.

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Brainstorm an app idea and create a wireframe.
Design the user interface and layout.
Implement basic functionality using Swift.

Follow tutorials on advanced Swift concepts

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Going beyond the basics with advanced Swift concepts will equip you for more complex development tasks.

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Identify areas of Swift you want to improve
Search for and select tutorials that cover these concepts
Follow the tutorials step-by-step and implement the concepts in your own projects

Contribute to an open-source iOS project

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Contributing to open-source projects allows you to gain practical experience and connect with the Swift community.

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Find an open-source iOS project that aligns with your interests
Identify an area where you can contribute your skills
Create a pull request with your contribution

Career center

Learners who complete iOS App Capstone will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

iOS Engineer

The iOS App Capstone course focuses on developing iOS mobile apps, and will therefore teach learners skills relevant to this role. Experience building the Little Lemon app can serve as a portfolio piece.

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Mobile Application Developer

The skills learned within the iOS App Capstone course will directly translate to a career as a Mobile Application Developer. The experience learned in building the Little Lemon app will give learners a project to show employers.

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Computer Programmer

Computer Programmers must be experts in at least one programming language, and the iOS App Capstone course will teach learners the Swift programming language.

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Software Developer

While the iOS App Capstone particularly emphasizes iOS development, it will help learners build many foundational skills that are necessary for a career as a Software Developer.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

Quality Assurance Analysts find and fix bugs during the development process, and the iOS App Capstone course teaches learners how to build high-quality applications.

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Application Developer

An Application Developer needs to be proficient in programming languages. The iOS App Capstone course will help learners build a foundation in programming for iOS mobile applications.

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IT Support Specialist

IT Support Specialists must have a strong understanding of the development and deployment process, and the iOS App Capstone course will help learners learn about the app development process and how to publish an app on the Apple store.

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App Developer

The iOS App Capstone course will help learners build a foundation in app development, and at the end of the course, learners will have a fully functional app to show potential employers.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers must be able to take complex technical information and turn it into accessible instructions or documentation. The iOS App Capstone course can help develop skills in understanding technical information.

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Product Manager

Product Managers must have experience with the development process for software or other products. The iOS App Capstone course can help a product manager learn about the app development process.

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UX Designer

UX designers must be able to design functional user interfaces, and the iOS App Capstone includes a module on designing an app's UI before building it. This course may help someone get started in UX Design.

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Software Engineer

An iOS Developer must have strong programming skills. A Software Engineer also must be proficient in programming languages. The iOS App Capstone course can certainly help a Software Engineer build foundational programming skills, though the focus of this course is specifically on iOS development.

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Data Scientist

iOS App Capstone may only be somewhat useful for a Data Scientist, but the course will help build foundational programming skills that a data scientist needs.

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iOS Developer

The iOS App Capstone course does not explicitly teach skills related to this role and therefore may only be somewhat useful to an iOS Developer. However, understanding high-fidelity visual elements and the process of making an app publicly available may be helpful.

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Web Developer

While the iOS App Capstone course focuses on mobile application development, foundational skills in programming and building a project from scratch that this course provides may be somewhat useful to a web developer's skill set.

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