{"product_id":"programming-in-objective-c-for-ios-beth-thompson-9798288703799","title":"Programming in Objective-C for iOS and macOS: A Complete Guide to Building Apple Apps Using Xcode, UIKit, and Foundation-Master Legacy Codebases, and","description":"\u003cb\u003eStill trying to understand Objective-C in an age dominated by Swift? Wondering why Apple's original language still matters? Curious about how to maintain legacy apps or build robust macOS tools from scratch?\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eYou're not alone-and this book has the answers you are seeking. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eProgramming in Objective-C for iOS and macOS is your ultimate guide to mastering Objective-C, the powerful and enduring language behind thousands of Apple apps still running today. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced Swift developer needing to maintain legacy codebases, this guide walks you through everything you need to know-without overwhelming jargon or outdated practices. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside, you'll explore: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow Objective-C really works in the Apple ecosystem-understand messaging, memory, and runtime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHands-on projects using Xcode, UIKit, and Foundation to solidify your learning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide-by-side comparisons with Swift to help you bridge the knowledge gap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert techniques like memory management, blocks, delegation, categories, and protocols\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal-world solutions to multithreading, JSON parsing, networking, and Core Data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDebugging tricks and performance tips you won't find in most tutorials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to integrate Objective-C with Swift codebases and safely modernize legacy apps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eYou'll also learn how to build user interfaces with UIKit, distribute your apps on the App Store, and follow best practices for maintainable Objective-C architecture.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis is not just another syntax manual. It's a full-stack, full-cycle guide written for developers who want to build real apps, understand Objective-C's role today, and stay competitive in Apple's evolving world. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eReady to master Objective-C and unlock a deeper understanding of Apple development? Start learning today.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Beth Thompson\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798288703799\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/19\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 168\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.89lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.36d","brand":"Beth Thompson","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47965947068671,"sku":"9798288703799","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_d553f1e9-aba0-4082-9eec-472272aa7417.jpg?v=1767285904","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/programming-in-objective-c-for-ios-beth-thompson-9798288703799","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}