What's new in SwiftData??
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In the "What's new in SwiftData" session at WWDC 2024, several new features and improvements were introduced for SwiftData, a framework designed to model and persist app data across Apple's platforms. Here are the key updates:
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Schema Macro: A new schema macro helps avoid duplicate models, enhancing the efficiency of your data models.
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Model Containers: There are new ways to set up and configure model containers, allowing for more flexibility in how data is managed within your app.
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Query Optimization: You can now optimize queries with complex filters and use a new macro to improve performance, making data retrieval faster and more efficient.
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Index Macro: The introduction of the index macro allows for more performant queries by indexing properties that are commonly queried together.
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Unique Constraints: You can add unique constraints to your schema to prevent duplicate entries and improve data integrity.
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History API: A new history API is available to track changes to your app's models, which is useful for features like syncing with a server or responding to changes from an app extension.
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Custom Data Stores: SwiftData now supports custom data stores, allowing you to use alternative backends like SQLite or a remote web service, providing greater flexibility in data storage solutions.
For more detailed information, you can refer to the session What’s new in SwiftData.
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