Unlocking Open Source: The Power of Extensions

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This chapter explores the benefits of open source projects, particularly their flexibility and resilience against abandonment. It introduces Apple's extension kit, detailing its compatibility across iOS and macOS and its role in enhancing app functionality through unified solutions. The discussion also covers the technical challenges and strategies encountered while integrating new features in the Chime app, focusing on the critical relationship between app extensions and communication mechanisms like XPC.

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Matt Massicotte - Twitter @mattie
- Chime

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