Mastering Swift 5.3

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This comprehensive guide is designed for programming enthusiasts eager to master both fundamental and advanced Swift concepts. The sixth edition has been updated to cover Swift 5.3, featuring improved content and two new chapters on building Swift from source and advanced operators. It serves as a practical resource, starting with the basics and progressing to advanced topics like concurrency, generics, and memory management. Readers will gain insights into sophisticated elements of Swift development, including protocol extensions, error handling, and closures, with practical applications for their projects. Later chapters delve into protocol-oriented programming, enabling the creation of flexible, manageable code. The guide also covers implementing the copy-on-write feature for custom value types and strategies to avoid memory management issues from strong reference cycles. By the end, readers will have a solid command of Swift 5.3 and the skills necessary to build robust applications. This book is suitable for beginners with a basic programming background and experienced developers looking to enhance their Swift programming skills. Familiarity with Apple's tools is beneficial but not required.