Technology has a language. It’s called code. And we believe coding is an essential skill. Learning to code teaches you how to solve problems and work together in creative ways. And it helps you build apps that bring your ideas to life. We think everyone should have the opportunity to create something that can change the world. So we’ve designed a new program that lets anyone learn, write, and teach code.
Code powers virtually everything around us. When you turn your car on, code lets your key talk to the engine. When you want pizza, code places your online order. And when you use your favorite apps, code lets you send a message, share a photo, or swap faces with your cat.
We designed Swift to be easy to use. It lets you see what you’re creating with code as you write it. Type your code on the left and immediately see the result on the right. It uses lots of words and phrases you already know, like “print,” “add,” and “remove.” And Swift is not just great for getting started with code — it’s also super powerful. In fact, some of the world’s most popular apps are created in Swift.
We put as much thought into how you learn Swift as we put into designing the language itself. For first-time coders, there’s Swift Playgrounds, an iPad app that makes getting started fun and interactive. With the built-in Learn to Code lessons, you’ll use real code to solve puzzles and meet characters you can control with just a tap. If you’re ready to start building your first app, the Intro to App Development with Swift book will help you learn how from start to finish. You’ll learn the basics and experiment with playgrounds in Xcode, the software used to make apps on your Mac.
We’ll give you ideas for lessons and group activities that work in the classroom or in after-school programs. You’ll also find presentations, tips, and ways to track your students’ progress.
Once you’ve explored the app and the teacher guides, test your knowledge and earn Swift Playgrounds badges in the Apple Teacher program.
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Learn more about the Swift Playgrounds curriculum (PDF)
Learn more about the Intro to App Development with Swift curriculum (PDF)
Get access to free technical resources like video and sample code.
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