When should I use main task.run?
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In Swift, you should use mainActor.run when you need to execute a block of code on the main actor, which is typically associated with the main thread. This is particularly important for UI updates or any operations that must be performed on the main thread to ensure thread safety and avoid data races.
In the session "Migrate your app to Swift 6" from WWDC 2024, it is discussed that when you know for certain that a call will be on a particular actor, you can use assumeIsolated to inform the compiler that the code is already running on the main actor. This doesn't start a new task but tells Swift that the code is already running on the main actor, which can help prevent race conditions (Migrate your app to Swift 6).
If you are working with code that interacts with UI elements or other main-thread-bound operations, using mainActor.run or ensuring that your code is running on the main actor is crucial for maintaining the integrity and responsiveness of your application.
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