MacWorld has an article detailing a lot about Xcode, Apple’s development tool for the Mac. It is a good general overview on what Xcode is, and what other programs come with it like Interface Builder, or Shark. John Welch, the author, also goes into the benefits of Apple deciding to make the developer tools available on any Macintosh. To read the article, click the link below.
Related Links:
• Macworld.com: Xcode: Apple’s not-so-secret weapon
Those new to developing on Mac OS X, or new to programming in general, can have a difficult time finding resources to aid them. Luckily there are some resources for those who need them.
Here are two resources for programming on the Mac. The first is from MacZealots.com, called “Beginning Mac Development: A Solid Foundation”, it is a short article giving a series of steps and tips for those who want to learn to develop software for the Mac. The second is a free eBook called Become an Xcoder by Bert Altenburg, Alex Clarke, and Philippe Mougin, written for non-programmers. It is hosted on CocoaLab.com and has pdf versions in a variety of languages. It is an excellent resource for new programmers. Links to these resources are below.
Related Links:
• Beginning Mac Development: A Solid Foundation
• Become an Xcoder