In the past few weeks, we have reviewed some of the best Manning books on iPhone programming. iPhone in Practice was all about learning iPhone programming the practical way. Objective C for the iPhone is for those of you who have not had any experience developing native apps with Objective C. iPhone and iPad In Action gives you the best of both worlds. So you can get started with your very own iPhone apps fast. The good news? Manning Publications has been kind enough to offer all three MEAP e-books to one lucky iPhoneness.com reader. So you can get all these amazing e-books in one shot (read the end of this article for more information on how to enter). With that in mind, lets dig in and see what iPhone and iPad In Action is all about.

I got familiar with iPhone In Action a while ago. I picked up the first edition to find out what it was all about. The 2nd edition of this book includes many new topics and latest development information you need to get the best out of iPhone SDK. Writing an iPhone app is more than just writing brilliant code or designing great UIs. A lot of things need to come together for you to build a killer, responsive iPhone application. That’s why focusing only on one area of iPhone development is not an ideal way to pursue a career in this business. iPhone and iPad In Action is written to help you master the fundamentals of iPhone programming while making you familiar with practical examples of how to get things done.

The book starts with an introduction of what iPhone programming is all about and what you need to do to start your career as an iPhone developer. You are going to learn all about Xcode and other technologies that make those killer iPhone apps possible. But before you know it, you are dealing with controllers, events, data, positioning, and other advanced topics. Throughout the book, you are provided with code examples to help you get a better understanding of the topics discussed in this book.  Read the rest of this entry »

So you want to write native apps for iPhone? Mastering the art of Objective C programming should be on your agenda then. If you are interested in starting your career as an iPhone programmer, you need to have a firm understanding of what Objective C is all about. Those who have a background in C are going to be able to pick Objective C up more quickly. But even if you are completely new to this field, the good news is that you are dealing with C, which is one powerful language to deal with. It’s certainly allows you let your imagination fly. Objective C for the iPhone (MEAP) is an exciting book that gets you started on this very topic. Along with last week’s book, Objective C for the iPhone (MEAP) is a very handy book to add to your collection. Manning Publishing has been kind enough to provide iPhoneness readers an exclusive discount code for this book, so don’t forget to take advantage of it (coupon at the end of this article).

The C programming language has been around for quite a while. I was one of the lucky ones who got started in the world of programming with the C language. The language may not be as straight forward or convenient as JAVA, but it’s quite powerful and mastering it is a must for native application developers. Objective C is a little bit different from regular C. In fact, OP (objective programming) can be a bit tough to grasp for beginners. But once you get the basics, there is no reason you can’t go on to master the language and build your own killer apps for iPhone. Read the rest of this entry »

Playing with iPhone apps for hours can be quite fun and entertaining. Developing your very own app can be even more exciting. Here at iPhoneness, we understand that many of you may be interested in bringing your own iPhone apps to life. That’s why we have decided to review a few top iPhone programming books from Manning Publishing to help you get started with your iPhone development journey. Manning Publishing has been kind enough to provide iPhoneness readers exclusive discount coupons for each of these books, so don’t forget to take advantage of them (grab it at the end of this article). With that in mind, let’s dig in and see what iPhone In Practice is all about.

iPhone In Practice is an exciting new book by Manning that is designed for those who want to master the art of iPhone programming in the most practically way possible. The book is expected to be released in Fall 2010, but thanks to Manning Publishing’s MEAP program, you can get your hands on one and get started with your journey in iPhone development.

When you think about it, there is almost no limit to what you can develop for iPhone. The SDK is powerful enough to enable you to develop killer enhancements for the device. But before you get started with iPhone development, you need to have a firm understanding of what iPhone is all about and ways you can develop code for it. If you have never developed code for iPhone, it’s going to take a bit of time to get used to tools you can use to develop apps for iPhone. iPhone In Practice runs you through the essentials you need to know to get started with iPhone development. Whether it’s exploring the iPhone Developer Program or learning how to write code using X-code, this book has you covered.

Developing an iPhone application is not just about writing code. There are a lot of people who can write code but don’t have the basics down. Think about it. When you are picking up an iPhone application, you want one that is responsive, comes with a decent UI, and delivers what its developers promise. Whether you are a newbie to iPhone programming environment or have never designed a mobile app, you are going to learn everything you need to know to develop decent UIs for iPhone. But that’s not where the book stops. It also provide coverage for advanced topics such as animation, networking, in app purchase, and address book manipulation (a lot of these topics are coming to the book soon).

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In case you haven’t noticed, iPhone 3.0 OS has taken the iPhone development industry by storm. The new iPhone OS makes it much easier to develop much more sophisticated iPhone apps. Let’s not forget that it gives developers a better chance to make money with their applications. Those who are familiar with the previous version of the OS won’t have too much difficulty picking up new tricks, but if you are just getting started with iPhone 3.0 programming, you are going to need a book that walks you through the process without going over your head.

Whether you are a beginner programmer or an experienced one, there are a few things you need to know about the iPhone platform before writing your own app. Everybody can write app but not all of them become successful. Besides, the last thing you want to do is write an app full of defects. It not only hurts your credibility as a programmer but won’t catch you too much money through iTunes. If you are looking for decent books on iPhone 3.0 development, here are 3 that you can start reading right now:

Beginning iPhone 3 Development – Exploring the iPhone SDK: similar to its previous edition, this book walks you through the process of getting started with iPhone development. It shows you the ropes and comes with a lot of sample codes that you can use to pick up iPhone programming tricks fast. The book assumes minimal knowledge of Objective C, so you should be OK if you are not a C programmer. Read the rest of this entry »

iPhone application development is one of the hottest fields in the world of technology these days. I can’t tell you how many developers have sent me their success stories, and it is truly exciting to hear these stories and see how folks have used this killer piece of technology to their advantage and turned their lives around. While programming iPhone apps is a lot of fun, it comes with its own challenges as well. For starters, you need to have a bit of background in programming to get started. But more importantly, you need to stay on the top of things and work hard to keep up. The SDK is evolving, so you have to work to not fall behind.

Thankfully, there are many good books that you can pick up to get started with iPhone SDK 3.0 development. Whether you are into iPhone game programming, iPhone 3D graphics, or just want to create a simple app, these books teach you how to do just that:

iPhone Application Development For Dummies: the best book to get you started with iPhone programming. If you are new to this field and want to take it slow and build your way up, this is a good book to own.

Beginning iPhone 3 Development: another great book to get you started with iPhone 3.0 development. If you want to build next generation iPhone apps and use everything the new SDK has to offer, you need to read this book.

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