In this lesson, you will get an introduction to the main tool that you will spending most of your time in: XCode. You will get an overview of XCode and related tools and will find out how to navigate the various features of XCode.
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Lesson 2 Notes
XCode
See the screenshot below to review the main areas of XCode that you will be working with
Interface Builder (IB)
Interface Builder (IB) is used to create user interface elements. IB files are sometimes called “nib” files and have the extension “xib”. Simply double click on a xib file to open it up in IB. IB will show you the user elements like windows, views and controls available for use.
iPhone Simulator
iPhone simulator is a virtual iPhone OS device that will start up when you use XCode to build an run an app by clicking the “Build & Go” button. This is what you will be using to test your code and makes rapid iteration very easy.
Take Action
Spend some time getting familiar with XCode. For extra credit take a look at the files located under the “Frameworks” group.
Discussion
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