Overview
Swift.org has announced the creation of a new Windows workgroup to formally support Swift development on Windows. This represents Swift’s commitment to becoming a truly cross-platform language beyond its Apple origins, joining existing workgroups for Android and other platforms.
Key Facts
- Windows has been officially supported since 2020 - developers can now build native Windows apps with Swift
- New workgroup joins Android, Build and Packaging, and Testing workgroups - Swift is expanding beyond Apple’s ecosystem
- Will improve Windows support for official Swift distribution - better tooling and stability for Windows developers
- Focus on bridging Swift with Windows APIs - easier integration with Windows-specific features and services
- VS Code extension already supports Windows development - professional IDE experience available
- Community-led effort with open meetings - anyone can contribute to Windows support improvements
Why It Matters
This matters because it signals Swift’s evolution from an Apple-only language to a serious cross-platform development option that could compete with languages like C# and Java for Windows application development.