Stanford’s Popular iOS Development Course Is Now Free for Spring 2025

Those keen on mastering iOS development without the hefty price tag of a bootcamp have often turned to Stanford’s CS193p, a well-loved option on the web. It is now even easier to dive into.

Stanford University has refreshed its CS193p course, officially titled Developing Applications for iOS using SwiftUI, for Spring 2025. The updated release includes all 16 lecture videos available for free, along with comprehensive supporting materials.

What’s Available in This Update

Since 2020, Stanford has shared CS193p openly, moving away from iTunes U to more accessible platforms like YouTube and the university’s own course website. The full Spring 2025 series is now live, giving learners access to every one of the 16 lectures through the course website and a dedicated YouTube playlist.

What You Won’t See: IOS 26 And Xcode 26 Features

Before getting started, it is important to know that these lectures were recorded before the release of Apple’s iOS 26 and Xcode 26. Stanford notes that while the code used in the course is largely compatible, it does not reflect the latest platform changes.

As a result, the course does not include coverage of newer additions such as Xcode 26’s built-in LLM assistance or the Liquid Glass interface design introduced in iOS 26.

Why The Course Still Holds Value

Despite this limitation, CS193p continues to be highly recommended by experienced developers. As a Stanford-taught course, it focuses on building strong foundations in iOS development and presents the material in a clear, approachable way.

For beginners or developers looking to solidify their understanding of SwiftUI, the Spring 2025 release remains a structured, reliable, and completely free place to start.