11 skills to look out in an iphone app developer

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11 Skills To Look Out In An iPhone App Developer


The iPhone app development extend the competence of an iPhone, making it a powerful multi-purpose tool. There are many iPhone applications available in the App Store which serve the needs of businesses as well as individuals.


Companies look for skilled iPhone developers, who have the in-depth knowledge of the platform, tools, and the entire process. Here are 11 key skills every developer should have in order to create a groundbreaking iOS app.


1. A developer should be proficient in Objective-C, which is the the core language, used in developing iPhone apps. They should also have hands on experience with Swift, the latest language introduced to take over Objective-C.


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It is important that the developer should have the knowledge of the following aspects of the iOS SDK: • Xcode • Cocoa Touch • Apple's UI framework • UIKit


3. Sound knowledge of iOS frameworks is a must, which is the building block of iOS development. So, when you hire iPhone app developers, make sure they are well versed with the Cloud Kit, Web Kit, Core Data and Core Graphics to name a few.


4. A seasoned iOS developer writes clean codes. There are times when a developer has to go back to the old code. So, the ability to write reusable codes separates an experienced developer from others.


5. iOS Developers should master the iOS source control. It enables the programmer to maintain the record of the modifications mande in the code syntax.


6 . The iOS developers should be well versed in integrating third-party libraries and working with different APIs.


7. The Interface Builder, which is a part of Xcode is yet another aspect a developer should be competent at. This that simplifies the UI design without any need for coding.


8 . Along with the knowlende an expertise in handling the tools, an iOS developer should have an understanding of UI & UX aspect of the app.


9 . A developer must have the knowledge of creating iOS applications for all versions of the iPhone. This ensures that the app is compatible to all versions of the operating system and the app can be used by all.


1 0. An out of the box approach is important for a developer to create an app that rules the App Store. A developer should continuously brainstorm the available tools to create a productive and engaging iPhone application.


11 . The iOS developer should have a thorough understanding of the strict guidelines set by Apple for the approval of the apps.


Conclusion These are the fundamental aspects to look out for in an iOS developer since this will increase the chance of success in building an innovative app for iPhone.


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