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Mastering WidgetKit in SwiftUI 4, iOS 16 with Dynamic Island

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Mastering WidgetKit in SwiftUI 4, iOS 16 with Dynamic Island

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

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15 hours to complete
3 weeks at 5 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

15 hours to complete
3 weeks at 5 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Understand the basics of WidgetKit and its architecture in SwiftUI.

  • Analyze the power of SwiftUI 4 and iOS 16 for building widgets.

  • Apply techniques to create and configure static and dynamic widgets using WidgetKit in Xcode.

  • Design lock screen widgets that provide quick access to app features.

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September 2024

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8 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 20 modules in this course

In this module, we will provide an overview of the entire course, detailing the specific widgets you will learn to create. This introductory session sets the stage for your learning journey with WidgetKit in SwiftUI 4 and iOS 16.

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1 video1 reading

In this module, we will explore the basics of WidgetKit, including its purpose and capabilities. You'll learn how to add a WidgetKit extension to your project, laying the groundwork for more advanced widget development.

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2 videos

In this module, we will delve into the anatomy of widgets in WidgetKit. You'll learn about each component's role, from the timeline provider to the widget configuration, and how they interact to create functional widgets.

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8 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will guide you through building your first widget from scratch. You'll create a simple timeline entry, configure its view, and understand how to handle different widget families and settings.

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5 videos

In this module, we will focus on creating a Today widget that displays the current date and the last update time. You'll learn to build the timeline provider, configure the widget, and bundle it for deployment.

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6 videos

In this module, we will create a network-enabled widget that fetches and displays quotes. You'll develop the necessary data structures, networking logic, and configuration to enable real-time data updates in your widget.

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8 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will build a photo-based widget that displays images fetched from a network source. You'll learn to create the data entry, view, and provider necessary for a dynamic photo widget.

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6 videos

In this module, we will create a weather widget project that supports various size families. You'll design different views, create necessary data structures, and configure the widget to adapt to different sizes and layouts.

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11 videos

In this module, we will introduce you to the Charts framework and how to use it within widgets. You'll create a workout widget that visualizes workout data using charts, developing the necessary models, views, and configurations.

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6 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore data synchronization between an app and its widget. You'll learn to use app groups, develop shared data models, and ensure your widget accurately reflects the synced data.

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10 videos

In this module, we will dive into integrating Core Data with WidgetKit. You'll create a grocery widget, develop the necessary data models, manage contexts, and configure the widget to display Core Data-managed content.

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12 videos

In this module, we will focus on creating configurable widgets. You'll learn to use intent definitions, develop necessary views and providers, and configure your widgets to allow user customization.

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6 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will take a deep dive into developing complex configurable widgets. You'll create an expense widget with multiple parameters, implement detailed intent definitions, and configure the widget for complex data handling.

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8 videos

In this module, we will explore deep linking within widgets. You'll develop an exchange rate widget, implement necessary models and views, and configure deep links and OpenURL methods for enhanced widget functionality.

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14 videos

In this module, we will guide you through creating custom configuration widgets. You'll develop a stock app widget, implement necessary services and views, and configure the widget to handle custom data and interactions.

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10 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will focus on creating widgets for the iOS 16 lock screen. You'll develop a pedometer widget, implement necessary models and views, and configure the widget for lock screen display.

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10 videos

In this module, we will create a map widget that displays famous places. You'll develop the necessary timeline entries, views, and configure the widget to integrate and display map-based data.

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5 videos

In this module, we will introduce live activity widgets released in iOS 16.1. You'll develop a focus timer widget, implement necessary attributes and views, and configure the widget for real-time updates.

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6 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will focus on live activity widgets with lifecycle event tracking. You'll create a pizza delivery widget, develop necessary attributes and views, and configure the widget to handle various lifecycle events.

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6 videos

In this module, we will explore integrating Dynamic Island into your widgets. You'll develop views for different regions of Dynamic Island and configure your widgets to utilize its interactive features effectively.

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4 videos2 assignments

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