What you'll learn
Problem solving using Loops, Arrays, Dictionaries
Functional Programming
Code Optimization and measure performance of code
Unit Testing, UI Testing and Test Driven Development
Creating Complex User Interfaces to Illustrate the Algorithms Implemented
Create cool Command Line Tools

Requirements
Familiarity with the basics of Swift and SwiftUI at a beginner level
The course is not for absolute beginners
If anything is unclear then I am always happy to help in the Q&A or one can send me a direct message

Description
Welcome to an immersive and transformative journey into the heart of Swift programming! In this comprehensive course, "An Algorithmic Approach to Swift Programming," we'll delve deep into Swift's core concepts and explore advanced topics, empowering you to become a proficient Swift developer and a master problem solver.Throughout this course, we will explore key aspects of Swift programming, emphasizing a problem-solving mindset. Our curriculum covers essential topics such as loops, arrays, dictionaries, recursion, memoization, and functional programming, all designed to equip you with the skills needed to tackle real-world programming challenges using Swift.In addition to mastering these core concepts, we will delve into the art of problem-solving and algorithm development using Swift. This includes a comprehensive exploration of unit testing and UI testing techniques. Moreover, we will rigorously test the performance of various algorithm implementations to ensure not only correctness but also resilience against potential code changes in the future.A fundamental aspect of this course is Test-Driven Development (TDD), where we will guide you in crafting tests before implementing the actual algorithms. This practice ensures robust and reliable solutions.We will also discuss the effective utilization of classes to create self-referential data structures, such as doubly linked lists, broadening your understanding of Swift's capabilities.In addition, you will have the opportunity to build intriguing command-line tools, applying your newfound skills in practical scenarios.Our overarching goal is to nurture your ability to think critically and analyze complex programming problems effectively. Rest assured, this course is regularly updated to stay current with industry trends, and I am always here to address any questions or concerns you may have along the way. Welcome to an exciting journey of Swift programming and problem-solving!Throughout the course, our hands-on approach encourages you to implement algorithms, solve problems, and experiment with Swift to solidify your understanding. Always Available: Have questions or need assistance? Your instructor is always available to provide guidance and support on your learning journey.Enroll now and embark on this exciting and rewarding journey towards algorithmic excellence in Swift!

Overview
Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 Starting Up Main Project including Unit Tests

Section 2: Part 1 - Variables, Strings, Conditions

Lecture 3 Trapezoid

Lecture 4 Number Divisible by N

Lecture 5 Number Divisible by N Optional Version

Lecture 6 strangeRepeat

Lecture 7 reverseSplit

Lecture 8 hello

Lecture 9 First Steps of the UI

Lecture 10 HelloView and Extending the UI

Lecture 11 CardView and introduction to ViewWithHelp

Lecture 12 Complete ViewWithHelp

Lecture 13 Trapezoid View - Part 1 - Getting Started

Lecture 14 TrapezoidView Part 2 - Setting up the Data

Lecture 15 TrapezoidView Part 3 - Data and Sliders

Lecture 16 TrapezoidView Part 4 - The Canvas

Lecture 17 Number Divisible By N View

Lecture 18 Strange Repeat and Reverse Split Views

Lecture 19 Hello Unit Testing !

Lecture 20 Trapezoid Unit Test and Doubles

Lecture 21 Number Divisible By N Optional Unit Test and Trim

Lecture 22 Test StrangeRepeat and ReverseSplit

Section 3: Part 2 - Loops and Lists

Lecture 23 First Divisible Algorithm and UI Challenge

Lecture 24 First Divisible View - Part 1

Lecture 25 First Divisible View - Part 2

Lecture 26 First Divisible Generic Challenge

Lecture 27 Number Of Strings Above Average - The Problem

Lecture 28 (For) Number Of Strings Above Average - Solution - Solution

Lecture 29 (While) Number Of Strings Above Average - Solution

Lecture 30 Number Of Strings Above Average View - Part 1 - Randomness

Lecture 31 Number Of Strings Above Average View - Part 2 - Completing the View

Lecture 32 Sum Of Products Problem

Lecture 33 Sum Of Products Solution

Lecture 34 Sum Of Products View

Lecture 35 Growing Differences Problem

Lecture 36 Growing Differences Solution and View

Lecture 37 Repeated Substring Problem

Lecture 38 Repeated Substring Solution

Lecture 39 Repeated Substring View

Lecture 40 Repeated Substring Off By One Bug Resolution

Lecture 41 Unit Test First Divisible

Lecture 42 Unit Testing Loops and Arrays

Section 4: The "Swifty" / Functional Approach

Lecture 43 Functional First Divisible

Lecture 44 Functional Number of Strings Above Average

Lecture 45 Functional Sum of Products

Lecture 46 "Functional" Growing Differences

Lecture 47 Functional Repeated Substrings

Lecture 48 UI Exercise

Section 5: Part 4 - Dictionaries

Lecture 49 Most Popular Character Problem

Lecture 50 Most Popular Character Solution

Lecture 51 Testing Most Popular Character

Lecture 52 Functional Most Popular Character

Lecture 53 Introducing the Sparse Matrix and Difference

Lecture 54 Sparse Matrix Data Structure

Lecture 55 Sparse Matrix - Test-driven development

Lecture 56 Difference of Sparse Matrix Solution

Lecture 57 Find Substring Locations Problem

Lecture 58 Find Substring Locations Solution and Test

Lecture 59 Functional Find Substring Locations Solution

Section 6: Part 6 - Recursion

Lecture 60 Recursive Reverse String

Lecture 61 Recursive Reverse String Solution

Lecture 62 Recursive Find Max

Lecture 63 Recursive Is Palindrome ?

Lecture 64 Recursive Climb Combinations Problem

Lecture 65 Recursive Climb Combinations Tests

Lecture 66 Recursive Climb Combinations Solution

Lecture 67 UI Exercise

Lecture 68 Sample UI for UI Exercise

Section 7: Part 7 - Memoization and Recursion

Lecture 69 Four-bonacci, Recursion, Memoization

Lecture 70 Four-bonacci Recursive and Test

Lecture 71 Four-bonacci Memoization Solution 1

Lecture 72 Four-bonacci Memoization Solution 2

Lecture 73 Four-bonacci Memoization Big Integer Solution 3

Lecture 74 Four-bonacci Performance Tests

Lecture 75 Factorial Problem

Lecture 76 Recursive Factorial Solution, Test and Performance

Lecture 77 Memoization Factorial Solution and Test

Section 8: Classes

Lecture 78 Minibar, PriceList, Price Classes

Lecture 79 Completing Minibar Class

Lecture 80 Minibar Test

Lecture 81 Room Class - Part 1 - Introduction and Properties

Lecture 82 Room Class - Part 2

Lecture 83 Room Class - Part 3

Lecture 84 Room Class - containsGuest, description - Part 4

Lecture 85 Room Class - description - Part 5

Lecture 86 Introducing the Hotel Class

Lecture 87 Hotel Class - Check Out

Lecture 88 Hotel Class - Properties and General Structure

Lecture 89 Hotel Class - Upgrade

Lecture 90 Hotel Class - Check In

Lecture 91 Hotel Class - Description

Lecture 92 Test Hotel Class

Section 9: Use Case of class: Doubly Linked Lists

Lecture 93 Doubly Linked List Node

Lecture 94 Doubly Linked List Init and Append

Lecture 95 Doubly Linked List Node View

Lecture 96 Doubly Linked List Null View

Lecture 97 Doubly Linked List View

Lecture 98 Doubly Linked List Delete

Programmers who are interested in learning Swift and SwiftUI in the context of Problem Solving,Anyone who wants to learn more about problem solving and algorithms,Anyone interested in exploring Unit Testing, UI Testing and Test Driven Development