What is WebKit
Asked on 08/12/2024
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WebKit is a browser engine developed by Apple, primarily used in its Safari web browser. It is also used in other applications to render web content. WebKit provides a set of classes to display web content in windows, and it implements browser features such as following links when clicked by the user, managing a back-forward list, and managing a history of pages recently visited.
In the context of WWDC, WebKit is often discussed in relation to its integration with various Apple platforms and technologies, such as UIKit and SwiftUI, to enhance web content rendering and interaction within apps. For example, in the session "Get started with Writing Tools," there is mention of WKWebView, which is a component of WebKit used to embed web content in iOS and macOS applications.
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