***BUSINESS BOOK AWARDS 2022 SHORTLISTED TITLE*** You want to be your own boss, but how do you make the right decision and make it happen? The world of work is unrecognizable from when you started your career. It's full of uncertainty, but it's also full of opportunities. Never has it been easier to start a business and make an impact in the world. Taking inspiration from project management techniques, Rob Kerr shows you how to test your ideas, get clarity, and launch a successful independent career. You'll discover: THE S.O.R.T.E.D. FRAMEWORK - to get your mindset right. THE I.N.P.U.T.S. FRAMEWORK - to critically analyse your business proposal. THE 6-STEP F.U.T.U.R.E. METHOD - to develop and deliver your plan. Rob Kerr had a number of false starts in his own career before finding his path. A project manager for over a decade, he set up his first business in 2014 and has since found satisfaction and balance. Now he shares his approach with aspiring entrepreneurs, contractors, and freelancers, supporting them through these critical decisions and showing them how to flourish on their own unique journey.

Swift greatly simplifies the process of developing applications for Apple devices. This book provides you with the essential skills to help you get started with developing applications using Swift. Key Features Teaches you how to correctly structure and architect software using Swift Uses real-world examples to connect the theory to a professional setting Imparts expertise in the core Swift standard library Book DescriptionTake your first foray into programming for Apple devices with Swift.Swift is fundamentally different from Objective-C, as it is a protocol-oriented language. While you can still write normal object-oriented code in Swift, it requires a new way of thinking to take advantage of its powerful features and a solid understanding of the basics to become productive. What you will learn Explore the fundamental Swift programming concepts, language structure, and the Swift programming syntax Learn how Swift compares to other computer languages and how to transform your thinking to leverage new concepts such as optionals and protocols Master how to use key language elements, such as strings and collections Grasp how Swift supports modern application development using advanced features, such as built-in Unicode support and higher-order functions Who this book is forIf you are seeking fundamental Swift programming skills, in preparation for learning to develop native applications for iOS or macOS, this book is the best for you. You don't need to have any prior Swift knowledge; however, object-oriented programming experience is desired.