Introducing Swift Intents: Where AI Meets Apple Platforms

AI is no longer an afterthought in app development — it’s becoming the foundation. And for Apple platform developers, that opens up a whole new frontier.

That’s why I’ve teamed up with Connor Hammond to create Swift Intents — a resource and community for developers who are ready to build AI-powered experiences on iOS, iPadOS, and beyond.

At its core, Swift Intents is about intelligence-first development. We believe the future of apps won’t just be smart — they’ll be deeply personal, context-aware, and powered by on-device and cloud-based AI that feels native to the Apple ecosystem.

We’re exploring:

  • How to bring large language models into Swift apps without compromising UX
  • Ways to use SwiftUI and Swift Concurrency to create seamless AI workflows
  • Practical techniques to go from prototype to polished AI features
  • And how Apple’s latest frameworks (like App Intents, Foundation Models, and beyond) change the game

Whether you're a seasoned iOS dev or just getting curious about integrating AI into your app, Swift Intents is here to share the breakthroughs, struggles, and real-world insights that come with building on the frontier.

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Let’s build the future together.
— Stephen

Stephen Dixon

Stephen Dixon

iOS Developer. Previously at strong.app and buffer.com. Founder ios-developers.io. Building and designing for screens since 1998!
Manchester, England