How to Make iPod Programs
Apple has gone out of their way to make developing software for their popular iPod Touch and iPhone operating system possible for anyone. All you need is a good idea and a basic knowledge of computer programming. With over one billion applications downloaded from the iTunes App Store as of late 2009, creating your own iPod program can also be a great way to make money. In order to properly make and release an iPod Touch or iPhone program there are a few steps you must follow.
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Instructions
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Sign up for the iPhone Developer Program. Membership in this program is mandatory for anyone wishing to develop iPod Touch and iPhone programs. The one-time cost to join is $99.
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Download the iPhone SDK (Software Development Kit), which is based on Apple's XCode software development suite. This program emulates the iPod Touch/iPhone operating system on your computer.
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Write your program's computer code using the iPhone SDK. Using this utility you will be able to write the computer code for your program as well as test it out to ensure it functions in the way you desire. If you are unfamiliar with computer programming languages there are numerous online tutorials and books you can purchase to get up to speed.
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Transfer your application to an iPhone or iPod Touch. This will allow you to make sure it functions properly on an actual device. You can see exactly how it will work for users who download your application.
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Submit your program. Once you've perfected your program's code and have tested it to see that it functions the way you intended, submit it to Apple through the iPhone Developer Program. Specialists at Apple will review it for quality and, if given a pass, it will be available for download through the iTunes App Store.
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