> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://ios-course.cornellappdev.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://ios-course.cornellappdev.com/course-content/lectures/l1-intro-to-swift-basics.md).

# L1: Intro to Swift Basics

Fall 2026 | Monday, Oct 5

### Pre-Class TODOs:&#x20;

Make sure to have all of these completed prior to our first lecture on Oct 5th!

#### Course Logistics

* [ ] Fill out the course application [here](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdPd81yX79k0uTMJSNPPv7D9ejxWkiOYnoFuts2LksLFvtxEA/viewform).
* [ ] Add the [course calendar](https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0?cid=Y182ZDU4MGI4YjI2YzBhOGQ0ODczYTE3NGFkZWNmNmY1YjI1MzA4ODljOTJhNWQzMGI2Y2UwYmQ0MGI0NTcwNTZiQGdyb3VwLmNhbGVuZGFyLmdvb2dsZS5jb20) to your GCal.
* [ ] Read the Getting Started, Syllabus, and Grading sections on the left.
* [ ] Join our [Ed Discussion](https://edstem.org/us/courses/107894/discussion). This is where you can ask questions and start discussions.
* [ ] Enroll on Student Center (CS1998-601) if you want credit for this course.

#### Coding Logistics

* [ ] Install Xcode [here](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/xcode/id497799835?mt=12). If you do not have a Mac, please reach out to the instructors.
* [ ] Setup Git and Github enterprise. Follow this [tutorial](/resources/textbook/git-+-github/git-installation.md), and reach out on Ed if you run into any problems.
* [ ] Optional, but super helpful, read through [Git Basics](/resources/textbook/git-+-github/git-basics.md) \[important] and [Git+](/resources/textbook/git-+-github/git+.md) \[less important for the course]

### Lecture Slides

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### Fall 2024 Lecture Video

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### Assignment

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[A1: Swift Basics](/course-content/assignments/a1-swift-basics.md)
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