macOS - Ken Muse

Decoding Binary Data in Swift

Thu, 23 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

To properly decode binary data in Swift, it helps to be able to incrementally read the data and convert it to a Swift type. Learn to build a Binary Data Reader!

Creating Swift Binary Decoders

Thu, 16 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

If you want to be able to parse Bluetooth data, you need to be able to decode it. Learn to implement a custom Swift binary decoder.

Creating an Int24 for iOS

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

To develop a Bluetooth application for iOS in Swift, we need a 24-bit unsigned integer. In this post, we'll explore how to create an integer data type in Swift.

Understanding Bluetooth Basics

Sat, 13 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

The first step in building a Bluetooth Low Energy app is understanding the basics of how data is provided to clients using Services and Characteristics.

Swift, Workouts, and Bluetooth Low Energy

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

I needed accurate workout details, so I decided to turn my treadmill into a smart device and integrate it with my Apple watch. Learn how I started my journey.

Notarizing .NET Console Apps for macOS

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Learn how to create and notarize macOS universal binaries for .NET console applications.

Configuring macOS Notarization

Thu, 26 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Learn how to setup your environment to notarize macOS applications and support signing .NET console applications.

Running Hugo in macOS Dev Containers

Thu, 05 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Learn how to create optimized containers that work well for both ARM64 and AMD64 platforms.

Installing VSTS Build Agents on macOS

Mon, 02 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0400

If you’re doing Xamarin, macOS (OS X), or iOS development work you’ve likely discovered that you need a way to automate the build of your code from Visual Studio Team Services. If you’re not familiar with setting up a private build agent macOS, the installation instructions provided by Microsoft can be a bit confusing. This post will attempt to provide you with a walkthrough of the install process. It will also guide you in configuring a working build agent on macOS. This article does not assume you are an expert with macOS or that you have any hands-on experience working in an Apple environment.