iOS Programming: The Big Nerd Ranch Guide leads readers through the essential concepts, tools, and techniques for developing iOS applications. After completing this book, students will have the know-how and the confidence you need to tackle iOS projects on their own. Based on Big Nerd Ranch's popular iOS Bootcamp course and its well-tested materials and methodology, this bestselling guide teaches iOS concepts and coding in tandem. The result is instruction that is relevant and useful.

Throughout the book, the authors explain what's important and share their insights into the larger context of the iOS platform. Readers get a real understanding of how iOS development works, the many features that are available, and when and where to apply what they have learned.