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Contents of the Book

Introduction overview of Objective-C and development setup

• The Objective-C Language
• Sample Code
• Setting Up
• Installation
• Creating an Application
• Getting to Know the Xcode IDE
• Editing Files
• Compiling Code
• Summary

Chapter 1 — Hello, Objective-C

• Creating a Class — defining a basic class
• Components of a Class
• Defining Methods — adding behavior
• Instantiating Objects — creating instances
• Calling Methods
• Adding Method Parameters
• Defining Properties
• Summary

Chapter 2 — Data Types

• Displaying Values
• Primitive Data Types
  • Booleans
  • Chars
  • Short Integers
  • “Normal” Integers
  • Long Integers
  • Floats
  • Doubles
• Structs
• Arrays
• Void
• nil and NULL — null value handling
• Primitive Data Type Summary
• Foundation Data Structures
  • NSNumber
  • NSDecimalNumber
  • NSString
  • NSMutableString
  • NSArray
  • NSMutableArray
  • NSSet and NSMutableSet
  • NSDictionary and NSMutableDictionary
  • The id Data Type — dynamic type
  • The Class Data Type
• Foundation Data Structures Summary

Chapter 3 — Properties

• Declaring Properties
• Implementing Properties
• Instance Variables
• Customizing Accessors
• Dot Syntax
• Summary

Chapter 4 — Memory Management

• Manual Memory Management — retain/release concepts
• Auto-Releasing Objects
• Manual Retain-Release Attributes
• Automatic Reference Counting (ARC)
• ARC Attributes
• Summary

Chapter 5 Methods

• Instance vs. Class Methods
• The super Keyword
• Initialization Methods
• Class Initialization
• Deallocation Methods
• Deallocation in MMR
• Deallocation in ARC
• Private Methods
• Selectors
• Method Names and Selectors
• Performing Selectors
• Checking for the Existence of Selectors
• Using Selectors
• Summary

Chapter 6 — Categories and Extensions

• Categories — adding methods without subclassing
• Protected Methods
• Caveats — limitations of categories
• Extensions — private extensions of classes
• Private Methods
• Summary

Chapter 7 — Protocols

• Creating a Protocol
• Adopting a Protocol
• Advantages of Protocols
• Protocols as Pseudo-Types
• Dynamic Conformance Checking
• Forward-Declaring Protocols
• Summary

Chapter 8 — Exceptions and Errors

• Exception Handling
• The NSException Class
• Generating Exceptions
• Catching Exceptions
• Throwing Exceptions
• Error Handling
• The NSError Class
• Error Domains
• Capturing Errors
• Custom Errors
• Summary

Chapter 9 — Blocks

• Creating Blocks
• Parameter-less Blocks
• Using Blocks as Callbacks
• Storing and Executing Blocks
• Parameter-less Block Variables
• Working with Variables
• Blocks Are Closures
• Mutable Block Variables
• Defining Methods that Accept Blocks

Book Description

Ever wanted to dive into Objective-C but got scared off by thick textbooks? Objective-C Succinctly by Syncfusion is your shortcut. This book trims the fat and gives you just what you need to start coding apps for iOS and macOS. You’ll find clear explanations, snappy examples, and a friendly tone that feels more like a chat than a lecture. If you’re tired of dry, complicated manuals, this is the fresh breeze you’ve been waiting for.

Book Overview

This guide walks you through the basics of Objective-C in a way that actually makes sense. You’ll get hands-on with syntax, data types, classes, and morewithout feeling overwhelmed. The author doesn’t assume you’re a genius (because hey, who is?) and keeps things light but informative. For those curious about related resources, there’s also an excellent iOS Succinctly PDF guide that complements your Objective-C journey perfectly.

Why Read This Book

If you’re itching to build your own apps or just want to understand what makes Objective-C tick, this book is your ticket in. It’s concise, practical, and skips the fluffjust how I like it! Plus, it’s available in both PDF and Kindle formats, so you can read it on your favorite device while sipping coffee at your favorite café. And if you’re into exploring other languages too, check out the equally digestible MongoDB Succinctly by Syncfusion for another quick learning experience.

Who This Book Is For

This book is perfect for beginners who don’t want to feel lost. Maybe you’re a student, maybe a hobbyistheck, maybe you’re just curious! If you want to pick up Objective-C without wading through endless theory, here’s your chance. Even seasoned programmers looking for a refresher will appreciate its clarity and brevity. Don’t worry about prior experience; the book welcomes all learners.

What You Will Learn

• The core syntax of Objective-C
• How to declare variables and use data types
• Creating and using classes and objects
• Understanding methods and messaging
• Memory management basics (without headaches)
• Simple code examples you can tweak and play with

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