Swift Insights: Weekly Articles on iOS Development

This is not directly related to swift or iOS, but thought it’s worth sharing, since I couldn’t find any article that mention such way to backup files.

I’m one of those who experienced the evolution of data storage firsthand, starting with floppy disks to back up HTML pages—specifically 3DMax tutorials—during my visits to internet cafés back in 2003. As technology advanced, I transitioned to using CDs, followed by DVDs, which offered greater storage capacity.

One crisp Monday morning, a fresh-faced software engineer, affectionately nicknamed Penguin 🐧, embarked on their inaugural journey into the professional realm, commencing their very first job as a developer. As the young Penguin waddled into the office, eager to make their mark, a captivating conversation unfolded between the newcomer and their seasoned team leader, the wise and experienced Rex 🦖.

After reading the very popular book, Grokking Algorithms, I decided to blog about algorithms and data structures. I find the book is very informative and easy to digest.

Understanding data structures is essential before diving into problem-solving. While I won’t go into detailed explanations here, I recommend attempting to solve the problems on your own without immediately referring to the solutions.

Mobile app security has emerged as a paramount concern for developers working on both iOS and Android platforms, given the increasing reliance on mobile applications for everyday activities. This article seeks to delve into the fundamental security principles that every mobile developer must understand to protect their applications and users effectively.

Presented in an engaging dialogue format between two developers, Sam 🥸 and Jomjom 💀, we will navigate through a variety of security concepts, potential risks, and best practices essential for safeguarding mobile apps. By fostering a comprehensive understanding of these critical topics, developers can better equip themselves to build secure applications that not only protect sensitive user data but also enhance user trust and compliance with security standards.

Mobile software developers, whether working on iOS or Android, often use GPS functionality in their apps without fully understanding how GPS works. This article is designed to give you a basic understanding of GPS hardware, so you can appreciate the underlying technology and improve your app’s location-based features.

This article is structured as a conversation between an iOS developer (Alex 👨🏻‍💻) and an electrical engineer (Sarah 👩🏼‍💻). Through their dialogue, we’ll explore the fundamentals of GPS technology.