how do i get started with swift?

To get started with Swift, you can follow these steps:

Introduction to Swift: Begin by familiarizing yourself with the core features and design principles of Swift. A great resource for this is the session A Swift Tour: Explore Swift’s features and design. This session provides an overview of Swift's features and demonstrates its capabilities through practical examples.
Swift in Xcode: Use Xcode, Apple's integrated development environment (IDE), to write and test your Swift code. The first beta of Xcode 16 includes new features like predictive completion and Swift Assist, which can help you write Swift code more efficiently. You can learn more about these features in the Platforms State of the Union.
SwiftUI: If you're interested in building user interfaces, SwiftUI is Apple's declarative framework for building UI across all Apple platforms. The session SwiftUI essentials is a great starting point to learn about SwiftUI and how to use it to create engaging applications.
Swift Documentation and Tutorials: Follow along with the SwiftUI tutorials and explore the extensive documentation available on Apple's developer website. These resources guide you through building different apps and help you understand the various components of Swift and SwiftUI.
Swift Assist: Utilize Swift Assist, a new feature in Xcode, to help with coding tasks, prototyping, and experimenting with new APIs. This can be particularly useful if you're new to Swift and need guidance on best practices. More details can be found in the Platforms State of the Union.

By following these steps and utilizing the resources provided in the WWDC sessions, you'll be well on your way to mastering Swift and building powerful applications for Apple's platforms.