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Are you ready to start programming for iOS? Ready to see what all the fuss is about? Apple’s iOS software development kit (SDK) is readily available to members of Apple’s iPhone developer programs. There are four. These programs include the free online program, the paid enterprise program for in-house development, the paid standard program that allows developers to submit their products to the App Store, and a special university program (see Table 1-1).
| Program | Cost | Audience |
|---|---|---|
| Online Developer Program | Free | Anyone interested in exploring the iOS SDK without commitment |
| iOS Developer Program | $99/Year | Developers who want to distribute through the App Store |
| iOS Developer Enterprise Program | $299/Year | Large companies building proprietary software for employees |
| iOS Developer University Program | Free | Free program for higher education institutions that provide an iPhone development curriculum |