Become an Apple Developer
Apple has two developer programs that will help you become an Apple Developer; The iPhone Developer program and the Mac Developer Program. The following article outlines the steps needed to get started.
Steps
- The first thing you will want to do is visit the Apple Developer's website.
- http://developer.apple.com/
- Download one or more of the SDKs (software developer kits).
- Search Google or your favorite search engine for tutorials on developing for the iPhone or the Mac.
- Download the sample code that is available on the Apple website.
- Possess some Apple electronics. You will need a Mac and for iPhone developers, an iPhone.
- Practice with the sample code. Experiment and start building on the knowledge that you will need to start your own application.
Tips
- Getting the SDK is free. To publish an app on the App store you will need a developer account. There are two choices. Standard for $99 and Enterprise for $299
- You do not have to join the program before getting the SDK and seeing if this is going to be for you.
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