What is SCADE?
SCADE is a comprehensive development platform that empowers developers to create native mobile applications for both iOS and Android using Swift. It leverages a high-performance, vector-based graphics engine and fully supports native platform features, providing pixel-perfect rendering and native user experiences on all devices. SCADE's Fusion technology allows direct access to all Android and iOS functionalities, ensuring no compromises in app capability or performance.
Developers benefit from a dedicated macOS IDE, visual UI and page designer, rapid live preview, and the integration of popular Swift frameworks. With support for Swift Package Manager, third-party libraries, multi-threaded applications, and the latest Swift language features, SCADE maximizes productivity for cross-platform development. Both free and professional subscription options are available, catering to individuals and teams with various support needs.
Features
- Cross-Platform Development: Build native apps for iOS and Android with shared Swift code
- Native Functionality: Full access to platform-specific APIs and SDKs using Fusion technology
- Unrivaled Speed: Compiled to native binaries for maximum performance
- Vector Graphics Engine: Delivers pixel-perfect, scalable graphics independent of device size
- Swift Framework Support: Use Swift Foundation and third-party libraries seamlessly
- Dedicated macOS IDE: Integrated visual UI designer and Swift code editor
- Live Preview: Simulate and preview apps instantly during development
- Multi-Threading Support: Leverage Swift libdispatch for complex applications
Use Cases
- Developing production-grade native mobile apps for both iOS and Android
- Creating high-performance mobile games or graphic-intensive apps
- Rapid prototyping of new mobile application designs with live preview
- Incorporating advanced Android or iOS-specific functionalities in cross-platform apps
- Integrating existing Swift libraries into new mobile projects
- Building multi-threaded mobile applications
FAQs
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How is Swift code executed on Android?
The Swift compiler compiles the source code into native binary code and creates an .adk file for Android deployment. -
How are native controls handled in SCADE?
SCADE maps controls to their native counterparts; for example, a SCADE button becomes a UIButton on iOS and an android.widget.Button on Android. -
Is SCADE open source?
SCADE plans to release repositories under the Apache 2.0 license in the near future. -
Can I use all iOS kits in SCADE?
Yes, you can call any iOS specific functionality such as UIKit, PassKit, or Core Bluetooth when compiling for iOS. -
Can I integrate third-party Swift libraries?
SCADE supports incorporation of all Swift libraries based on Swift and Swift Foundation.
