On Mac, it is now possible to learn to code simply

“No prior knowledge of coding is required”, Apple agreed, introducingSwift Playgroundin its application directory available on Mac. After the Xcode software, the Cupertino company is launching a new program that is much more fun and simple. The goal? Encourage people to learn the basics of computer coding.

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Computer coding has this strong psychological barrier that usually prevents us from wanting to learn it. However, web developers have today become the most requested and sought-after profiles on the job market, due to the digital transition and the rise of many new media.

At Apple, most applications are built based on Swift code. It is a programming language“powerful created by Apple, and used by professionals to create many of today's most popular applications”, states the description of the new appSwift Playground. With this new program available from“12 to 112 years old”,as Apple judged, everyone will be able to learn the basics of this computer knowledge.

This application has been available since 2016 on iPads, via the Apple application store. But the Apple brand had never sought to also deploy on Mac. It is now done. According to the application description, it will be possible to use both applications in the Apple ecosystem, and“the code you write works perfectly on Mac and iPad”.

To make learning simple and fun, the Apple application uses the drag and drop format. A good way to learn step by step, and get around the psychological barrier that previously blocked you.

To download the application:Click here.

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