iPhone SDK Application Development: Building Applications for the AppStore - Jonathan Zdziarski

This manual, titled "iPhone SDK Application Development: Building Applications for the AppStore," is a comprehensive resource for individuals interested in creating mobile applications and games for the iPhone and iPod Touch using Apple's iPhone SDK. It provides an introduction to the development paradigm and the Objective-C language, along with numerous examples and guidance on the SDK frameworks necessary for designing full-featured applications.

This manual will be beneficial for both professional mechanics and DIY enthusiasts. It covers essential topics such as designing user interface elements with Interface Builder and the UI Kit framework, creating application controls like windows and navigation bars, building and managing layers and transformations using Core Graphics and Quartz Core, mixing and playing sound files using AVFoundation, handling network programming with the CFNetwork framework, utilizing the Core Location framework to interact with the iPhone's GPS, and adding movie players to applications.

"iPhone SDK Application Development: Building Applications for the AppStore" is suitable for experienced developers and beginners. It thoroughly explains important development concepts and provides advanced examples, making it a valuable reference for individuals aiming to become experts in iPhone application development.

• Design user interface elements with Interface Builder and the UI Kit framework
• Create application controls, such as windows and navigation bars
• Build and manage layers and transformations using Core Graphics and Quartz Core
• Mix and play sound files using AVFoundation, and record and play back sound streams using Audio Toolbox
• Handle network programming with the CFNetwork framework
• Use the Core Location framework to interact with the iPhone's GPS
• Add movie players to your application