| Getting Started Documents | Developers new to iPhone OS can read about the tools, frameworks, development best-practices, and design methods for creating innovative world-class iPhone applications. | ||
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| iPhone Reference Library | Explore a collection of in-depth technical documentation, sample code, guides, and articles for iPhone development categorized by topic and frameworks. | ||
| iPhone SDK 3.0 | Registered iPhone Developers can download iPhone SDK 3.0, which includes the Xcode IDE, iPhone simulator, and a suite of additional tools for developing applications for iPhone and iPod touch. | ||
| Getting Started Videos | Watch Apple experts discuss everything from getting started with iPhone SDK, to the tools and technologies used to create iPhone applications. | ||
| Coding How-To's | Play a movie. Play a sound. Detect motion. Learn how to incorporate features of iPhone in your application. | ||
| Sample Code | Use these samples to inspire development of your own great applications. | ||
| iPhone Application Programming Guide | To access iPhone SDK 3.0 and additional technical resources and information, log in with your Registered iPhone Developer Apple ID and password, or sign up as a free Registered iPhone Developer today. | ||
| iPhone Development Guide | iPhone Human Interface Guidelines | Your First iPhone Application | |
| iPhone OS 3.0 Readiness Checklist | iPhone Developer Program Members, download the iPhone SDK 3.0 and follow the steps in the iPhone OS 3.0 Readiness Checklist. Log in | ||
| Join the iPhone Developer Program | The iPhone Developer Program offers a complete process for developing and distributing iPhone or iPod touch applications. Learn More | ||
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Getting Started with iPhone: Here you’ll find a general introduction to iPhone development. [Apple]
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Object-Oriented Programming with Objective-C: This document offers an excellent guide for object oriented programming. [Apple]
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Networking & Internet Coding How-Tos: In this resource, you will find lots of great advice for networking and Internet development on the iPhone. [Apple]
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Getting Started with Audio & Video: Use this document to get started with audio and video features in iPhone applications. [Apple]
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Your First iPhone Application: This introductory tutorial offers a step by step description of getting started with an iPhone application. [Apple]
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Getting Started with Performance: This guide offers an introduction to improving the performance on iPhone apps. [Apple]
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iPhone Application Programming Guide: Get an introduction to the iPhone OS and development process. [Apple]
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iPhone OS Technology Overview: Learn about the iPhone OS and its technologies from this guide. [Apple]
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Getting Started with Data Management: Here you’ll find a reference that will help you with data management. [Apple]
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Security Overview: Get an understanding of the security concepts on the iPhone from this resource. [Apple]
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Performance Overview: Get a look at the factors that determine performance through this guide. [Apple]
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Resource Programming Guide: Check out this resource to learn how to work with nib and bundle resources.
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Getting Started with User Experience: This document offers an introduction to constructing iPhone application user interfaces. [Apple]
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iPhone Human Interface Guidelines: Follow these guidelines to make sure your iPhone app has a good human interface. [Apple]
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iPhone Development Guide: Use this development guide to get an introduction to creating web apps on the iPhone. [Apple]
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Data Formatting Programming Guide for Cocoa: This guide will teach you how to use Cocoa formatters for data. [Apple]
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Getting Started with Tools: You will find a guided introduction to the Xcode toolset from this document. [Apple]
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Data Management Coding How-tos: Get answers to common data management coding questions. [Apple]
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Introduction to Cocoa Application Tutorial: You’ll need at least a base level understanding of Cocoa for iPhone development, which you can check out in this tutorial. [Apple]
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Core Animation Programming Guide: Follow this guide to get the main components and services of Core Animation. [Apple]
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Coding Guidelines for Cocoa: In this guide, you’ll learn about naming guidelines for the Cocoa API as well as design advice. [Apple]
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Getting Started with Graphics and Animation: Follow this guide for an introduction to 2D and 3D graphics and animation. [Apple]
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Learning Objective-C: A Primer: Check out this document once you’ve worked through object oriented programming and Cocoa. [Apple]
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Cocoa Fundamentals Guide: You’ll learn about the basic concepts, terminology, and more in Cocoa from this guide. [Apple]
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Graphics and Animation Coding How-Tos: In this resource, you’ll find lots of great tips and advice for graphics and animation on the iPhone. [Apple]