whats the right way to build an app
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Building an app involves several key steps and considerations, many of which were covered in various sessions at WWDC. Here are some essential aspects to consider:
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Use Native SDKs: According to the Platforms State of the Union, the best apps are built with Apple's native SDKs. Using Swift, SwiftUI, and Xcode allows you to create highly integrated apps that perform well across all Apple devices.
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SwiftUI: SwiftUI is highlighted as the best way to build apps for any Apple device. It allows you to describe the UI you want, and it takes care of details like dark mode and dynamic type. You can share more of your code across devices and customize the look and feel using a large set of modifiers and protocols. For more details, you can refer to the SwiftUI essentials session.
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App Intents: To bring your app’s core features to users, consider using App Intents. This allows you to highlight important actions in your app, which the device can present automatically in the right spots. This helps in creating a personalized experience for users. More information can be found in the Bring your app’s core features to users with App Intents session.
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Design and UX: Adding personality to your app through UX writing can make it more engaging. Define your app's voice and tone, and ensure that it resonates with your target audience. You can learn more about this in the Add personality to your app through UX writing session.
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Cross-Platform Development: SwiftUI enables you to build apps that work across all Apple platforms. Adaptive views and scenes provide an idiomatic look and feel on any Apple platform, making it easier to bring your app to multiple devices. This is discussed in the SwiftUI essentials session.
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VisionOS: If you are developing for Vision Pro, consider building complementary experiences that leverage the strengths of spatial computing. The Design great visionOS apps session provides insights into creating immersive and comfortable experiences.
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HealthKit and Spatial Computing: For health-related apps, integrating HealthKit with VisionOS can enhance the user experience by providing spatial health experiences. This is covered in the Get started with HealthKit in visionOS session.
By following these guidelines and leveraging the tools and frameworks provided by Apple, you can build robust, high-quality apps that provide a seamless experience across all Apple devices.

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