Will objective-c (for OS X and IOS apps) be hard to learn?

[Sebajkz]

A friend i know is taking a course on IOS/OS X programming with objective-c, and i thought i might want to learn it too. I already know the very basics of programming, a bit of python and javascript, so i know what things like lists, strings, integers,booleans, floats, loops, functions and objects are. will it be hard for me to learn objective-c? or should i learn C or C++ first?

 

[FactChecker]

Ask your friend if he thinks C or C++ is a prerequisite to the objective C class. Also check the course prerequisites (but don't trust that completely). There is no doubt that C and C++ are much more main-stream. You might want to start in that direction sometime soon.

 

[jtbell]

I think you have enough background for learning Objective C in general, provided you find suitable learning materials. The course that your friend is taking may assume more programming background, simply to speed things up a bit and ensure that all the students are at a similar level.

In learning how to write iOS or MacOS apps, most of your effort will be focused on the frameworks (pre-defined classes and functions, etc.) that Apple provides for those platforms, after you have mastered the basics of the Objective-C language.

 

[Daverz]

If you're want to play in Apple's walled garden, why not give Swift a try?

http://www.javaworld.com/article/24...hings-you-should-know-about-apples-swift.html

 

[LudusRex]

Objective-C is a powerful and widely used programming language for developing applications on OS X and iOS platforms. It is based on the C programming language and includes features from Smalltalk, making it a unique and versatile language. I would say that learning Objective-C may require some effort and dedication, but it is certainly not impossible.

Based on your background in programming, it seems like you already have a good understanding of the fundamental concepts such as variables, loops, and functions. This will definitely give you a head start in learning Objective-C. However, there are some key differences between Objective-C and other languages like Python and JavaScript that you will need to familiarize yourself with.

One of the main challenges in learning Objective-C may be its syntax, which can seem complex and unfamiliar at first. It uses a combination of C-style syntax and Smalltalk-style method calls, which may take some time to get used to. Additionally, Objective-C also has a unique way of handling memory management, which may require some additional effort to understand.

I would not say that you need to learn C or C++ before learning Objective-C, as they are all different languages with their own unique features. However, having a basic understanding of C may make it easier for you to grasp some of the concepts in Objective-C.

In conclusion, learning Objective-C may require some effort and patience, but with a solid foundation in programming, you should be able to pick it up relatively quickly. I would suggest starting with online tutorials or taking a course to get a better understanding of the language. With practice and determination, you can become proficient in Objective-C and develop applications for OS X and iOS.