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The one after WWDC24, what comes next
Now that Apple's WWDC24 conference is over, let's talk about what comes next and plan for the fall.
Wrapping Up WWDC 2024
The week has concluded, and WWDC 2024 is officially in the books. Personally, I found it to be a highly engaging and informative event. If you caught our roundtable discussion in the podcast’s previous episode, you know there was a lot to dissect. This year brought plenty of innovations and updates, all of which left me excited for what’s ahead.
Incorporating New Technologies
As always, the big question is: what new technologies will we adopt and implement? For many of us, there’s something to incorporate into our current or future projects. Personally, I feel 2024 might be the year I fully switch to SwiftData. My experience with it has been smooth overall, with no major disruptions. There are additional features that intrigue me, and I’m eager to play around with them to see where they lead.
I’m also keen to know what others in the community will be exploring. Feel free to reach out to me on social networks at CompileSwift or through the contact form. I’d love to hear your thoughts—whether you’re excited about new features or contemplating retiring some old ones.
The Surge of AI Technologies
One area I haven’t delved into deeply yet is the latest AI developments announced by Apple. Sure, we all expected advancements in Apple Intelligence, but some features stand out. Take the new text utilities, for example, reminiscent of services like Grammarly. Although I haven’t tested these features extensively, I’m eager to see what Apple Intelligence has to offer.
There are some features we still don’t have access to, such as Swift Assist in Xcode. Still, I’m impressed with the new predictive syntax. Using Xcode 16, I set up a Sequoia container and found the predictive capabilities remarkably accurate. This new feature has saved me considerable time on routine coding tasks. It even suggests excellent property names, which was a pleasant surprise.
Early Experiences with Sequoia
Speaking of Sequoia, I have been testing it in a container setup with positive results. The issues I encountered were typical for early versions, mainly involving compatibility with certain audio-related apps. That said, my overall experience has been smooth. I haven’t been pushing Sequoia to its limits yet since it’s still in beta, but I’m impressed by its stability thus far.
Exploring Reality Kit
As a game developer, I’m eager to explore Reality Kit this year. I’m uncertain whether to use Apple’s built-in tools or third-party tools for AR experiences, but it’s a space worth investigating. While I’m not betting heavily on the Vision Pro headset just yet, I see significant potential in the iPhone for delivering AR experiences. Apple’s approach to AR and the iPhone seems much more immediate and impactful compared to the Vision Pro, which appears to be in its nascent stage.
Diving into WWDC Videos
There’s a treasure trove of WWDC 2024 videos to get through, focusing on various topics, including Reality Kit. I recommend starting with videos on technologies you currently use or plan to use soon and then branching out into other areas of interest. The “What’s New” videos are particularly valuable for understanding updates in Xcode, Swift, SwiftUI, and other core platforms.
In closing, I hope this recap and reflection on WWDC 2024 has been helpful. If you enjoyed it, please share it and let others know. For those who want to support the future of the podcast, visit the Patreon page at patreon.com/CompileSwift. Not only will you get a thank-you and a shout-out, but you’ll also enjoy an ad-free experience.
Thanks for reading, everybody! Let’s dive back into our code.