<ul><li>Apple's programming language, Swift, is facing questions about its future as developers grow frustrated with its increasing complexity and Apple's corporate priorities.</li><li>Swift, initially seen as a game-changer for iOS development, has now grown in complexity with 217 keywords and a groaning compiler burdened with technical debt.</li><li>The open-source community feels sidelined in Swift's development, questioning whether it can reclaim its initial purpose as Apple's corporate priorities take precedence.</li><li>This article explores the governance issues with Swift, compares it to other languages, and discusses its future as a tool for Apple's ecosystem.</li></ul>

Is Apple Killing Swift? The Fight for a Language’s Soul

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