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This is my “Hello World” for iOS.

OK, that’s a lie. First I did some trace-to-the-console stuff, then I did the obligatory “paint with your finger” type deal, and then spent a relatively short but intensive period on this as a more finished piece. It was meant as an exercise in learning some iOS API, coding patterns and idioms. I also had to learn how to use a Mac seriously for the first time, which apparently I’m not ashamed to admit saying on the record.

I recycled the maze algorithm posted previously, and kept that part in C++. Then I combined it with live camera input, which I guess is my habit. I got the sense early on that the end result wouldn’t necessarily be spectacular but forged ahead anyway for the reasons mentioned above, and tried to make it as finished as possible.

I haven’t submitted this little toy to the App Store™ for various reasons, some of which are arguably irrational, and it’s possible I should reconsider. Should that come to pass, I will be sure to post an update.

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