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iOS Build a Diary App Using Core Data Understanding Core Data Typical Core Data Stack

Posted by Serdar Halac
Serdar Halac
15,259 Points

Can anyone explain why core data is used and perhaps explain in the simplest way possible? Really simple.

I have a lot of problems understanding the instructor in this particular stage. I am getting quized on core data and yet I still have no idea what it is or why it's used. I would love some help and for someone to explain core data to me in very simple terms.

1 Answer

Jeremy Lindstrom
Jeremy Lindstrom
6,646 Points

Core Data is a powerful unified framework provided by Apple for persisting data in the applications. It is cheap in terms of processes usage, and relationship between data can also be maintained easily.

Here's a nice overview of Core Data http://www.appcoda.com/introduction-to-core-data/