There's some really cynical takes on this so far, from here in London I applaud Apple for providing an opportunity to those that might not have it. The student

There's some really cynical takes on this so far, from here in London I applaud Apple for providing an opportunity to those that might not have it. The students might start at iOS and make their own apps, but it's just a first step like it was for so many of us, who knows where they'll go in the end. Building the fundamental skills also builds confidence, they might learn other languages or frameworks, they might join companies to work on their products, who knows. But getting the skills and a foot in the door is priceless.