Objective-C For Dummies
by Neal Goldstein
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Book Summary Information
Author: Neal GoldsteinEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2009-10-05
ISBN: 0470522755
Number of pages: 456
Publisher: For Dummies
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Book Review: A Newbie's Review
Summary: 5 Stars
Okay, I want to state that I'm a newbie at programming. I've tried a few other books on Objective-C, but I`ve never gotten past the first few chapters. So with this review, I plan to do a couple of updates as I work through the book. The reason I chose this one is because it stood out in one simple area. The author had sense enough to type the code samples in the book in monospaced font with a light gray background. That way, as you read through the book, you can visually see when he's instructing you to add code to a project.
I've started working through similar books that had lots of background content with the code and instructions not well highlighted. Now this may not be a big deal to those with coding experience, but when you're brand new to a language, these little conventions really help.
Goldstein also does a good introducing an analogy for how Objective-C works in a computer. He avoids lots confusing lingo and knows how to illustrate what he's describing.
For others who are newbies like myself, I suggest first making sure that you have the latest version of Objective-C 3.2.1. If you installed X-Code from your Snow Leopard disk, you will need to update or replace it from the Apple's Developer Site with 3.2.1.
Secondly, I would get a book stand so that you can easily follow along with the author as you work through the book. I'll try to throw up a picture of my set up. Also, if you can, get a second monitor for your computer. It's really great have a second monitor when you're working in projects like this one. You put instructions or code examples on one monitor and your current project on the other. It's great also for say watching an instructional video on one monitor and following along on the other.
Finally (for now anyway) this book does provide the code examples on CD if you need them, and you probably will. No matter how carefully you follow along with the instructions, you're not always going get things right. The code examples can save you some time and frustration.
I'll be updating this book review as work through it.
Summary of Objective-C For Dummies
Learn the primary programming language for creating iPhone and Mac appsThe only thing hotter than the iPhone right now is new apps for the iPhone. Objective-C is the primary language for programming iPhone and Mac OS X applications, and this book makes it easy to learn Objective-C.
Even if you have no programming experience, Objective-C For Dummies will teach you what you need to know to start creating iPhone apps. It provides an understanding of object-oriented programming in an entertaining way that helps you learn.
- iPhone and Mac apps are hot, and most are created with Objective-C
- Covers Xcode 3.2, which is included in Mac OS X Snow Leopard
- Explains object-oriented programming concepts in a straightforward but fun style that makes learning easy
- Ideal for those with no programming experience as well as those who may know other languages but are new to Objective-C
- Prepares you to start creating iPhone and Mac OS X apps
- Understand Mac programming concepts and patterns, and why to use them
- Bonus CD includes all code samples used in the book
Objective-C For Dummies gives you the tools to turn your idea for an iPhone app into reality.
Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.
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