# Swift Programming (Short) Assessment

## Description
The Swift Programming (Short) test evaluates the knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level to mid-level iOS and macOS programmers to write, debug, deploy, and maintain applications using Swift, covering core areas such as Swift Syntax, Data Types, and Control Flow; Optionals and Safe Value Handling; Object-Oriented and Protocol-Oriented Design; Functions, Closures, and Error Handling; UIKit, SwiftUI, and Application Structure; and Networking, Data Persistence, and Concurrency. The assessment measures candidate and employee skill across these domains through a variety of question formats, including Essay Composition, Multiple Choice, and Multiple Correct Answer questions, with one or more questions scored using artificial intelligence and one or more questions subject to individual time limits to discourage cheating and enhance predictive accuracy. Questions are drawn from a large pool to further reduce the risk of cheating and ensure a unique testing experience. This test is well-suited for organizations seeking to assess the practical Swift programming competence of job candidates or current employees at the entry to mid level.

## Competencies Measures
- Functions, Closures, and Error Handling
- Object-Oriented and Protocol-Oriented Design
- Optionals and Safe Value Handling
- Optionals and Safe Value Handling (Coding Tasks)
- Swift Syntax, Data Types, and Control Flow
- Swift Syntax, Data Types, and Control Flow (Coding Tasks)

## Metadata
- **Duration:** 14.0 Minutes
- **Language:** English (US)
- **Type:** Skills/Knowledge Assessment (Test)
- **Last Updated:** July 4, 2026

## Catalog Link
View additional details or to administer the assessment to a candidate here:
[View in Online Test Catalog](https://www.hravatar.com/ta/tests/9646/swift-programming-short.html)