The Evolution of Swift: A Modern Language Emerges

This chapter explores the origins and design philosophies of the Swift programming language, featuring insights from an original designer with a decade of experience. It compares Swift with older languages like Objective-C and C++, focusing on advancements in safety, usability, and interoperability. The discussion highlights the motivations behind Swift's creation and its role as a modern successor to Objective-C, addressing the challenges of integrating new languages into existing projects.