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Objective-C Development Company

Scale your Objective-C development with nearshore talent.

Our Objective-C development services already power dozens of active engagements. We typically land our teams within 2 weeks, so you can start shipping top-quality software, fast.

Objective-C Development Services We Provide

Custom iOS App Development with Objective-C

Create sophisticated and tailored iPad and mobile applications for business productivity, e-commerce, healthcare, and more. Objective-C is particularly valuable for iOS mobile app development and iPad app development for projects requiring deep integration with existing C/C++ codebases. It's also essential for maintaining or enhancing legacy projects.   

Our iOS developers leverage tools like Xcode, AppCode, and Instruments to augment existing iOS apps with custom features and build reliable, tailored applications.

macOS Desktop App Development

Leverage the mature and stable Objective-C ecosystem to develop high-performance and complex macOS applications. 

Whether you're maintaining, updating, or expanding existing desktop apps, Objective-C is an important language due to its dynamic nature, extensive ecosystem, and performance capabilities. Using Objective-C and Xcode, AppCode, Instruments, and Profiler, we create stable and feature-rich macOS desktop applications.

Enterprise Objective-C Application Development

Custom enterprise applications—from internal communication platforms to automated systems for macOS and iOS—demand a robust ecosystem. Objective-C's frameworks, libraries, and dynamic features can help you build stable, reliable, and high-performance systems for large companies.

Leveraging Objective-C with frameworks like Cocoa, we build secure and performant enterprise applications. 

App Integration and Migration

Tap into Objective-C's mature ecosystem, and ensure that your applications remain relevant and high-performance on Apple platforms.

We use Xcode, Instruments, AppCode, and other tools to seamlessly integrate and migrate your existing codebases, frameworks, and libraries. Whether you're migrating legacy systems to modern platforms or ensuring compatibility across different versions of iOS and macOS, we ensure strong security and performance.

Objective-C Software Modification

Incorporate new features into your application, from animation and graphics to location services. Optimize performance, or enhance UI/UX design. Objective-C provides a rich ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, development tools, and dynamic runtime capabilities to modify and improve existing software.

Leveraging existing investments and tools like Clang Static Analyzer, we enhance software performance, integrate features, or extend the system's compatibility with newer versions of iOS/macOS. The result? Rapid deployment, strong performance, and feature-rich platforms.

Objective-C Configuration

Enhance the functionality, maintainability, and security of your Objective-C application. By setting up and managing different aspects of the app environment, we ensure that your software is scalable and adaptable and offers a high-quality user experience. 

We leverage tools like Xcode Configuration Files (.xcconfig), Plist Files, and Keychain Services to manage, store, and secure configuration settings. From implementing feature toggles to integrating third-party services, we use configuration strategies that enable smooth development workflows and facilitate continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD). 

Great Wolf Lodge case study

Great Wolf Resorts enlisted BairesDev's top-tier engineers to develop a mobile application for their resorts, ensuring a seamless experience for customers on both mobile and desktop. Great Wolf Resorts Case Study.

Why Choose BairesDev for Objective-C Development

Why Choose BairesDev for Objective-C Development
  • Top 1% of Tech Talent

    Our skilled developers are among the top 1% of Latin American tech talent. We use a rigorous vetting process, including technical and HR interviews and written assessments, to identify Objective-C experts who have both technical expertise and strong interpersonal skills. This ensures better collaboration and project outcomes. 

  • Trusted Objective-C Development Partner Since 2009

    For a decade and a half, we have provided reliable Objective-C app development services. With a global team of more than 4,000 developers and experts, we are proficient in a wide range of technologies, including Objective-C and its associated frameworks and tools. We select the languages, libraries, frameworks, and tools that complement your business objectives and ensure the delivery of robust, secure, and user-friendly software solutions.

  • Flexible Engagement Models

    There is no one-size-fits-all software development process. That's why we offer three engagement models: staff augmentation, dedicated teams, and end-to-end software outsourcing. Whether you need one Objective-C developer or an entire team, we are flexible and can accommodate diverse requirements.

The Objective-C Ecosystem We Used in Previous Work

Development Frameworks and Libraries

Development Frameworks and Libraries

Core programming libraries and frameworks essential for creating, managing, and manipulating data and functionalities in Objective-C applications.

  • Cocoa and Cocoa Touch
  • Core Data
  • Core Animation
  • UIKit
  • Realm
  • Socket.IO
  • Mantle
  • PromiseKit
User Interface and Experience

User Interface and Experience

Tools and frameworks for building and designing the graphical user interface and improving the user experience in Objective-C applications.

  • Interface Builder
  • Quartz Core (Core Graphics)
Testing and Quality Assurance

Testing and Quality Assurance

Tools dedicated to ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of Objective-C code through testing and debugging.

  • OCMock
  • Kiwi
  • Specta
  • FBSnapshotTestCase (iOSSnapshotTestCase)
Development Tools and IDEs

Development Tools and IDEs

Includes integrated development environments (IDEs) and other utilities that support the coding, debugging, and development process for Objective-C developers.

  • Xcode
  • AppCode
  • Chisel
  • Objective-Clean
Dependency Managers

Dependency Managers

Specialized tools that automate the integration and management of third-party libraries and frameworks in Objective-C projects.

  • CocoaPods
  • Carthage
  • Accio
Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)

Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)

Services and tools that automate the building, testing, and deployment processes, enhancing the efficiency and reliability of releasing Objective-C applications.

  • Jenkins
  • Travis CI
  • Fastlane
  • Bitrise
Accelerate your roadmap with an award-winning Objective-C development company.

Key Things to Know About Objective-C

A primary language for macOS and iOS development for many years, Objective-C provides a rich set of features. Key attributes of the C-family language include:

  • Object-Oriented Programming (OOP): Objective-C supports object-oriented programming. It enables developers to define classes with methods and properties and build objects based on these classes. It also enables subclasses to inherit the characteristics of their parent classes. This facilitates code reuse and polymorphism.
  • Dynamic Typing and Binding: The language supports dynamic typing. Variable type can be determined at runtime as opposed to compile-time, which adds flexibility. Method calls are resolved at runtime, allowing for more flexible and adaptable code.
  • Categories and Extensions: Categories allow developers to add methods to existing classes, enhancing functionality in a modular manner, without modifying the original class source code. Extensions can be used to declare additional private methods or properties within the class implementation file. This helps keep certain aspects of the class interface hidden from other parts of the program.
  • Integration with C and C++: Objective-C allows seamless integration with C and C++ code. As a superset of C, the language can use C-family classes and features within Objective-C codebases.
  • Message Passing: Unlike many other object-oriented languages, Objective-C uses a unique syntax for sending messages to objects. This allows for greater flexibility in object interaction and effectively supports patterns like delegation and categories.
  • Memory Management: Automatic Reference Counting (ARC) simplifies memory management by automatically handling object reference counting. This reduces complexity and potential errors commonly associated with manual memory management.
  • Protocols: Protocols define a list of methods that can be implemented by any class, supporting a declaration of methods that are expected to be implemented by objects. These are similar to interfaces in other languages and facilitate loose coupling between components. 
  • Rich Runtime Library: Objective-C offers a rich runtime library that supports dynamic language features, such as reflection (introspection) capabilities. This allows programs to query and manipulate objective properties at runtime.

Tailored Solutions for Every Objective-C Project

Staff Augmentation

Add Top 1% Objective-C Devs to Your In-house Teams

Staff augmentation is ideal for businesses with existing development teams. Want to accelerate timelines and access specialized talent? Our Objective-C developers will integrate seamlessly with your in-house team. We'll work together to increase productivity and deliver your software fast.

Here's how we augment your team:

Step 1Discovery Call

We start by asking you about your objectives, budget, timelines, and required skill sets. This will allow us to find the right talent for your team.

Step 2Assembling Your Team

We will choose the best-fit Objective-C developers for your team. We'll consider not only technical abilities and backgrounds but soft skills and cultural fit as well.

Step 3Onboarding and Scaling

We'll assist you with onboarding your new team members. They'll get up to speed fast and start accelerating your roadmap. From there, you will have full control to manage and scale the team as you see fit.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is Objective-C used for?

The Objective-C programming language is used to develop innovative solutions, primarily for Apple's macOS and iOS platforms. A supported language for Apple platform development, it's useful for maintaining and updating legacy applications that were built with Objective-C. Additionally, the language's compatibility with C and C++ makes it useful for low-level system operations.

Can Objective-C be used for Android app development?

No, Objective-C is not used for the development of native Android apps. It is more commonly used for iOS and macOS development. Android primarily supports Java and Kotlin for application development.

What should I look for in Objective-C professionals?

When you hire Objective-C developers, look for qualifications and skills such as:

  • Strong proficiency in Objective-C
  • Experience with Apple development tools for desktop and mobile app development
  • Knowledge of Apple's ecosystem
  • Experience with C and C++
  • Problem-solving skills

Can Objective-C be used for cross-platform development?

Yes, Objective-C can be used for cross-platform development. While the language is primarily used for Apple platforms (macOS and iOS), certain frameworks, such as Xamarin, facilitate the sharing of C-based code. However, for more extensive cross-platform development, languages like C++ or Swift are more commonly used because of their broader ecosystem support and adaptability across different operating systems.

What are the advantages of using Objective-C over Swift?

While Swift is often the preferred language for Apple development, Objective-C does offer some advantages over the newer language. For example, Objective-C provides a stable foundation, a mature ecosystem, rich libraries, and extensive documentation. This is particularly useful for maintaining legacy applications or integrating with existing C and C++ code. Additionally, it offers dynamic runtime capabilities that are not fully available in Swift.

What development tools are used with Objective-C?

There are several development tools that are commonly used with Objective-C. The primary tool is Xcode, Apple's integrated development environment (IDE). Xcode provides tools for developing, editing, and debugging macOS and iOS apps. AppCode is an alternative IDE by JetBrains that supports Objective-C. Additional tools include Clang Static Analyzer, which helps detect bugs in the code, and Instruments, a performance, memory, and network analysis tool in the Xcode Suite.

Are there specific industries or applications where Objective-C is particularly effective?

Objective-C is useful for many industry sectors. It's especially relevant for applications that demand high performance and close integration with Apple's hardware and software ecosystems, such as mobile app development for iOS devices. It's also commonly used in industry sectors that require complex animation, audio processing, or real-time data handling, such as entertainment. Additionally, it is valuable in fields that have substantial existing codebases in Objective-C that need ongoing maintenance or gradual migration to new technologies.

Is Objective-C compatible with C and C++?

Yes, Objective-C is fully compatible with C and interoperable with C++. This is because Objective-C is a superset of C and can be mixed with C++ (a paradigm called Objective-C++).

How do I choose the right Objective-C developer or team?

When you're looking for an Objective-C developer or team, consider factors such as proven experience in Objective-C, familiarity with Apple standards and ecosystem, and experience in your industry or niche. Evaluate their portfolio and referrals to further assess their expertise.

Is Objective-C used for mobile apps?

Yes, Objective-C is used to build mobile apps, especially for iOS. Along with Swift, it's one of the primary programming languages for iOS development.

Is Objective-C used to create apps that run on Apple devices?

Yes, Objective-C is used to build apps that run on Apple iPhone, iPad, and MacOs. It was the primary programming language for Apple's operating systems for numerous years. Although Swift has become the preferred choice for new iOS app development, Objective-C is still supported and used, particularly in legacy codebases.

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