Objective-C is a general-purpose, object-oriented programming language that adds Smalltalk-style messaging to the C programming language. It has been the primary language for macOS and iOS development for many years, known for its rich runtime and dynamic capabilities.
Who uses
Objective-C
Pinterest uses Objective-C in conjunction with Swift to maintain its iOS application.
IBM employs Objective-C in its enterprise applications to ensure compatibility with legacy systems.
Apple continues to use Objective-C for maintaining and developing parts of macOS and iOS frameworks.
How
Objective-C
is Used
Legacy iOS and macOS Applications
Maintain and update existing applications originally developed in Objective-C, ensuring continued functionality and compatibility.
Framework Development
Create dynamic and flexible frameworks for iOS and macOS applications using Objective-C’s runtime capabilities.
Interoperability
Use Objective-C alongside Swift in mixed-language projects to leverage existing codebases and libraries.
Why hypernova chooses
Objective-C
Legacy Codebase
Many existing projects and libraries are written in Objective-C, making it essential for maintaining and updating legacy applications.
Rich Runtime
Objective-C’s dynamic runtime provides powerful features like method swizzling and dynamic typing, enhancing flexibility in development.
Seamless Interoperability
Objective-C works seamlessly with Swift, allowing us to leverage both languages in our projects for maximum efficiency and functionality.