subject: 5 Easy Steps To Become Iphone Application Development Expert [print this page] Consider the history of iPhone application development so far, when it entered the market it was thought to be sophisticated, however soon it proved to be a people's domain, when even kids started developing iPhone applications using its simple tools. You don't need publishers, distribution partners or any special hardware to start iPhone development, it is so simple and cost effective that anybody with some development experience can develop an iPhone application just in about a month.
If you are planning to take the plunge into the iPhone world then here are 5 easy steps to become a pro at iPhone application development:
Buy a MacMini: It is not necessary to buy a high end version, even basic version MacMini will do for the job. You will need it to be able to develop an application especially for the Mac world, to test it to know how it will work as a finished product.
Download SDK: Just like any other smart phone, iPhone also has its own dedicated SDK for iPhone application development. It is available for free and can be downloaded from developer center. It includes everything needed through out the process, like development environment, simulator, performance analyzer, reference library and interface builder.
Objective C: iPhone application development is done in Objective C, an extension of C, learn it to develop effective iPhone applications and games. If you know C then Objective C should not be an issue for you, it is simple, nice, neat and overcomes the limitations of C that is memory leaks.
Start a Project: This might sound weird as you just started to get a grip on Objective C, however this is the best way to proceed. If you thought that you will master Objective C before you start development then you are wrong, that way it will take long before you can start iPhone app development. As you start a project along the side, you get the chance to transfer your theoretical knowledge to the practical field to ensure that you have a fine grip over the topics you cover during your study for Objective C.
Become an Official Developer: If you plan to monetize on your iPhone application development project then at some point or other you will have to sign up as an official developer with the iPhone developer program. This involves a cost, you will need $99 to sign up as well as agree to Apple's terms and conditions and sign the return contract.
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Prepare Yourself: You need to know that the amount of time you will need to complete your iPhone application development project will depend on your skills. Whether you are new or experienced prepare your self to face the hardships involved.
Aren't these steps simple, they should definitely guide you become a pro at iPhone application development.
