Stock-App: My Take on Making Stock Tracking Less Annoying
Hey there! 👋 If you’ve ever tried keeping tabs on your favourite stocks, you know how much of a headache it can be. Most apps out there are either way too complicated or just not that great at focusing on the stuff you care about. I got tired of feeling overwhelmed every time I just wanted to know if one of my key stocks moved. So, I figured, why not just build my solution?
That’s how Stock-App was born – a simple, clean iOS app designed to make tracking stock alerts as painless as possible.
My Favourite Part of Building It
One of the most rewarding parts of this project was making the alert system as efficient and reliable as possible. I used SwiftData to store alerts locally so that users never lose their settings, even if the app updates. Plus, I made sure the interface was intuitive because no one wants to wrestle with a complicated UI just to check their stocks.
The Challenges I Faced
Of course, it wasn’t all smooth sailing. The biggest challenge was managing real-time data updates without making the app sluggish. I spent a lot of time fine-tuning the data fetching to ensure that users wouldn’t experience lag, especially when tracking multiple stocks.
The solution? I leveraged SwiftData’s efficient storage and combined it with context management to minimise unnecessary updates. It took a few late nights, but seeing the final result made it all worth it.
F/n - Another challenge I faced was the lack of features I could display due to the API requiring a premium membership to access more data features.
What’s Next for SVB-App?
I’m not stopping here! I plan to add features like price prediction and portfolio tracking to give users even more insights. My goal is to make SVB-App a one-stop solution for managing your stocks without feeling overwhelmed.
Why This Project Matters to Me
This project was more than just a coding challenge – it was about creating something I genuinely needed. It’s satisfying to see my ideas take shape and become a practical tool that makes life a little bit easier. Plus, it’s a great way for me to combine my passions for finance and software development.
If you’re curious to see how it works, stay tuned! I’ll be sharing more updates and maybe even a walkthrough soon. Let me know if you’d like a sneak peek!
Thanks for reading! If you’ve got any thoughts or suggestions, feel free to drop a comment. I’m always looking for feedback and ways to improve.
Until next time,
Tomi
