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Storyboard vs. programmatically for iOS app UI design

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İrem Karaoğlu
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1,812
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The text explores two methods for creating user interfaces in iOS apps using the UIKit framework: Storyboard and programmatically coding the UI. Storyboard allows for a visual approach by dragging and dropping UI elements, making it quick for prototyping but prone to merge conflicts and lacking responsive design unless constraints are added. Programmatic UI creation involves coding in Swift, offering more control, easier code refactoring, and better merge conflict resolution, though it can be time-consuming without visual previews. The article suggests using both methods depending on project needs, recommending Storyboard for solo developers focused on static UIs and programmatic design for projects requiring complex functionalities or multiple developers.